Barnegat Township Tax Collector: Pay a Tax Bill, Check Hours and Get Account Help
The Barnegat Township Tax/Utility Collector handles property-tax billing and collection for properties in Barnegat Township. Use this page to reach the official account portal, find Town Hall contact information, understand quarterly due dates and grace periods, and decide whether your question belongs with the Collector or the Tax Assessor.
Tax/Utility Collector, Barnegat Township.
900 West Bay Avenue, Barnegat, NJ 08005.
Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Crystal Brinson, CTC, extension 143.
How to Look Up and Pay a Barnegat Township Property Tax Bill
Barnegat Township uses the Edmunds GovTech WIPP system for property-tax and utility account lookup. The current Barnegat portal allows searches by owner name or address, block/lot/qualifier, or account ID.
Barnegat Township Tax Collector Address, Phone Number and Hours
900 West Bay Avenue
Barnegat, NJ 08005
Fax: 609-698-8746
Crystal Brinson, CTC
Extension 143
The current WIPP page also lists extensions 142 and 140 for Tax/Utility Collector contact.
Published Township office hours
Barnegat Township lists Town Hall office hours as Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Holiday, emergency or temporary schedule changes can affect access, so check the Township website before making a deadline-sensitive trip.
Barnegat Township Property Tax Due Dates and Grace Period
The Township states that property taxes are due in four quarterly installments. The regular due dates are February 1, May 1, August 1 and November 1.
| Quarter | Regular due date | Grace-period rule |
|---|---|---|
| First quarter | February 1 | Township publishes a 10-day grace period. |
| Second quarter | May 1 | Township publishes a 10-day grace period. |
| Third quarter | August 1 | Check for a special extension if final tax billing is delayed. |
| Fourth quarter | November 1 | Township publishes a 10-day grace period. |
If the final day of the Township’s grace period falls on a weekend or Township holiday, Barnegat states that the grace period moves to the next Township business day. A quarter can also receive a special extension by municipal action, so verify the current notice rather than assuming an earlier year’s exception still applies.
What happens after the grace period?
Barnegat states that a payment received after the grace period is subject to interest calculated back to the original quarterly due date. The Township currently describes annual interest of 8% on amounts up to $1,500 and 18% on amounts over $1,500.
Ways to Handle a Barnegat Township Tax Payment
Use the official WIPP system to search the property account and follow the payment options displayed for that account.
The Tax/Utility Collector is located at 900 West Bay Avenue. Confirm current office availability before a deadline-sensitive visit.
The Township states that a black payment drop box is available in front of Town Hall in the horseshoe/U-shaped driveway for day-or-night drop-off.
ACH direct withdrawal
Barnegat’s official forms page includes an ACH Direct Withdrawal Application for taxes and water/sewer accounts as well as a form to discontinue ACH. Use the current Township form and follow its banking and authorization instructions rather than sending account information by ordinary email.
Property taxes and water/sewer are separate accounts
The Tax/Utility Collector also bills and collects Township water/sewer charges, but the schedules are different. Barnegat lists water/sewer installments for January 15, April 15, July 15 and October 15 and instructs taxpayers submitting both types of payment by check to use separate checks.
New Homeowners, Mortgage Escrow and Added Assessment Bills
If you recently bought the property
The Township warns that a tax bill does not always transfer from the seller at closing. The homeowner remains responsible for obtaining the bill and making sure the correct installments are paid. If you do not have the paper bill, use the live WIPP account or contact the Collector.
If your mortgage company pays the taxes
A mortgage company that is paying taxes can send the Township a tax authorization so it receives the original bill. The homeowner may receive an advice copy. Keep the copy and compare it with your escrow statements rather than assuming that receiving a bill means the lender has stopped paying.
If you receive an added assessment bill
Improvements to a property can produce an added assessment bill after the regular bill has already been issued. Barnegat says these bills may be generated in October and are payable in addition to the regular tax bill. A mortgage company may not automatically pay every added assessment, so confirm responsibility directly with the lender.
Tax Collector vs. Tax Assessor in Barnegat Township
The Collector and Assessor work with the same property-tax system but handle different problems. Calling the correct office can prevent unnecessary transfers.
| Your question | Best starting office | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Payment or balance | Tax/Utility Collector | Tax bill, payment posting, interest, delinquency, receipt, tax-sale balance. |
| Property value | Tax Assessor | Assessment, property record, ownership information and assessment questions. |
| Tax deductions | Tax Assessor | Senior citizen or veteran deduction eligibility and forms. |
| Mailing address | Tax Assessor | Updating the mailing address used for tax and water/sewer bills. |
The Township Tax Assessor page lists Kristen Peel as Assessor. The Assessor’s office is also at 900 West Bay Avenue and publishes regular hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
New Jersey Property Tax Relief and Barnegat Deductions
Barnegat’s Tax Collector page directs residents to New Jersey’s property-tax relief programs and identifies the combined PAS-1 application used for major programs including Senior Freeze, ANCHOR and Stay NJ where the applicant qualifies.
The Township also states that eligible residents may qualify for a $250 senior citizen deduction or a $250 veteran deduction. Questions about those municipal property-tax deductions belong with the Tax Assessor rather than the payment office.
Tax Sale, Liens and Redemption Requests
Barnegat Township participates in New Jersey’s tax-sale process for qualifying delinquent municipal charges. The Township’s 2026 municipal records authorize participation in an electronic tax sale, and the Collector page publishes tax-sale information when applicable.
If an account is already subject to a tax sale or tax-sale certificate, do not rely on the amount shown on an old bill. Ask the Collector for the exact amount and payment instructions because interest, municipal charges and redemption calculations can change the total.
Redemption request information
Barnegat provides a redemption-request process that asks for the block, lot, property owner, property location, redeeming party and payment date. Proof of legal interest may be required, and a homeowner may be asked for identification.
Barnegat Township Tax Collector FAQ
Where is the Barnegat Township Tax Collector office?
The Tax/Utility Collector is located at Barnegat Township Town Hall, 900 West Bay Avenue, Barnegat, NJ 08005.
What are the Barnegat Township Tax Collector hours?
The Township publishes regular office hours of Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Check the Township website for holiday or temporary changes.
What is the Barnegat Township Tax Collector phone number?
The main Township number is 609-698-0080. Crystal Brinson, CTC, is listed as Tax Collector at extension 143. The current WIPP page also lists extensions 142 and 140 for Tax/Utility Collector contact.
Can I pay Barnegat Township property taxes online?
Yes. Barnegat Township uses an Edmunds GovTech WIPP account portal where users can search property-tax accounts by owner/address, block and lot, or account ID and follow the available payment process.
When are Barnegat Township property taxes due?
The regular quarterly due dates are February 1, May 1, August 1 and November 1. The Township publishes a 10-day grace period, subject to its weekend, holiday and any special-extension rules.
Does a postmark make a mailed Barnegat tax payment timely?
No. The Township states that the envelope postmark is not accepted. A payment received after the grace period can be charged interest back to the original due date.
Who handles a property assessment or tax deduction question?
Start with the Barnegat Township Tax Assessor for assessed value, assessment records and senior or veteran deduction questions. Use the Tax Collector for billing, payment, delinquency and tax-sale collection questions.
The TaxCollectors.org Editorial Team researches and reviews U.S. tax collector offices, property tax procedures, payment resources, deadlines, and official government links. TaxCollectors.org is an independent information publication operated by Quarks Systems Global Solutions.