Janet Holley Tax Collector: Pay Property Tax, Office & Hours

by
Escambia County, Florida · Independent property-tax and office guide

Janet Holley Tax Collector: Pay Property Tax, Office & Hours

If you searched for the Janet Holley Tax Collector, you are most likely looking for the Escambia County, Florida Tax Collector. Janet Holley previously held that office, but she is not the current Tax Collector.

The current Escambia County Tax Collector is Scott Lunsford. Use the current official office and payment system below for property taxes, receipts, office locations, installment plans and other Tax Collector services.

Search or pay Escambia property tax Call 850-438-6500 View current offices & hours
Important name update: Janet Holley is a former Escambia County Tax Collector. The official Escambia County Tax Collector website identifies Scott Lunsford as the current Tax Collector. Do not send a current property-tax payment to an old address, old portal or page simply because it still contains Janet Holley’s name.
Current Tax Collector

Scott Lunsford.

Main phone

850-438-6500.

Office hours

Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Online eCheck

Current official guidance says no extra fee.

Delinquent date

Property taxes become delinquent April 1.

Choose what you need from the Escambia Tax Collector

The office handles more than property taxes, so start with the task you actually need to complete.

Search-name clarification

Is Janet Holley still the Escambia County Tax Collector?

No. Janet Holley’s name appears in older Escambia County Tax Collector announcements and historical records because she previously served as Tax Collector. For example, official office announcements from 2015 identified Janet Holley as the Escambia County Tax Collector.

The current official office identifies Scott Lunsford as the Tax Collector. The office’s biography states that he was elected in November 2016.

Historical search result

If a page, form or search result says “Janet Holley Tax Collector,” check its date. Older records can remain searchable long after an elected office changes hands.

Current transaction

For a tax payment, receipt, account search, office visit or current service, use EscambiaTaxCollector.com and verify that the page reflects the current office.

Why this matters: A historical document can be legitimate without being the correct place for a current transaction. Always separate “who previously held the office?” from “where should I pay or get service today?”
Primary task

How to search and pay Escambia County property taxes online

The Escambia County Tax Collector’s online payment center provides the current route for property-tax searches and payments. The office says users can search an account, pay, print a receipt, view payment history, print a bill, enroll in e-billing and access installment-payment options.

Open the official Escambia Tax Collector payment center Start from EscambiaTaxCollector.com rather than an old bookmark or search result carrying a former Tax Collector’s name.
Select Property Tax Use the property-tax search/payment route in the official payment center.
Search the correct account The office says property-tax records can be searched by name, physical address or account number.
Verify the property before paying Match the owner/account information, property address, tax year and amount. If a mortgage company may have paid the bill, verify the account before submitting a duplicate payment.
Choose the payment method eCheck is promoted as fee-free. Debit and credit card payments are subject to a service fee.
Save the receipt Keep the confirmation or print the paid receipt. Recheck the account if the payment does not appear as expected.
Open official payment center Read official property-tax visit guidance
Florida property-tax calendar

Escambia County property-tax discounts and April 1 delinquency

Escambia County’s current-tax guidance says real property taxes are collected annually beginning November 1. The normal Florida early-payment schedule reduces the bill for payments made before March.

November — 4% discount The largest standard early-payment discount applies during November.
December — 3% discount The discount drops by one percentage point.
January — 2% discount Pay during January for the published 2% discount.
February — 1% discount February is the final standard discount month.
March — gross amount The full gross amount is due without the early-payment discount.
April 1 — delinquent Taxes become delinquent April 1. The official office states that a 3% penalty is added to delinquent real-estate taxes and a 1.5% penalty to delinquent tangible taxes.
Do not wait for a missing paper bill. The Tax Collector explains that property owners remain responsible for determining what is due and paying on time. If you did not receive a notice, search the official account or contact the office rather than assuming nothing is owed.
Payment routes

Online, in-person and delinquent-tax payment methods

Escambia County property-tax payment options
Method Current guidance What to check
Online eCheck The Tax Collector states there is no extra fee for eCheck payments. Verify bank information and the correct tax account before submitting.
Debit / credit card Accepted for current property taxes; a service fee applies. Review the fee shown at the time of payment before confirming.
Cash Accepted for current property-tax transactions at the office. Use an official location during service hours.
Check Accepted for current property taxes subject to office payment policy. The office advises including the account number and daytime phone number and making sure the written and numerical amounts match.
Delinquent real estate Certified funds, cashier’s check or money order are required. Get the current amount due before sending payment.
Check the live checkout fee: The current general payment policy confirms that debit and credit cards carry a service fee but does not publish one universal current percentage for every transaction on that page. Use the amount displayed by the official payment system when you pay.
Quarterly option

Escambia County property-tax installment plan

The Tax Collector offers a quarterly installment plan for qualifying real and tangible property taxes. The official guidance says the prior year’s taxes must exceed $100 and the account must not have an escrow account.

Prior-year taxes must exceed $100
The account must not have an escrow account
Application must be received by April 30
First installment must be paid by June 30
Missing the first installment ends participation for that year
Actual installment amounts can change with assessments or exemptions
Installment due dates and published discounts
Installment Due Published discount
First June 30 6%
Second September 30 4.5%
Third December 31 3%
Fourth March 31 No discount
Current application cycle: The official installment application page currently identifies the available application as the plan for the 2027 tax year. Check the live form before applying because the application year changes.
Review official payment options Open installment application
Current offices

Escambia County Tax Collector office locations and hours

The official locations page lists four physical offices. General published office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Service availability can differ by location, so check the official location page before driving.

Downtown Office
213 Palafox Place
Pensacola, FL 32502

Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Property tax and tangible personal property tax services are listed among available services.

Brentwood Office
5045 N Palafox St
Pensacola, FL 32505

Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Check the official service list for your transaction before visiting.

Molino Office
6440 Highway 95-A North, Suite A
Molino, FL 32577

Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Some specialty services differ from larger Pensacola locations.

Warrington Office
4051 Barrancas Avenue, Suite A
Pensacola, FL 32507

Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Property-tax service remains available according to the current official location alert.

Current service alert: At the time of this review, the official website says driver-license and motor-vehicle services are unavailable at Warrington, while property tax, business tax receipt and concealed-weapons permit services remain available. The same site also reports intermittent Downtown drive-through closures related to street work. Recheck live alerts before traveling.
Mailing address
Escambia County Tax Collector
P.O. Box 1312
Pensacola, FL 32591-1312
Overnight deliveries
Escambia County Tax Collector
213 Palafox Place
Pensacola, FL 32502
Check current locations & alerts Call 850-438-6500
Before visiting

What to bring for an Escambia County property-tax payment

The Tax Collector’s property-tax visit guidance recommends bringing enough information to identify the account plus an accepted form of payment.

Property account number, tax notice or property address
Accepted payment method
Account number and daytime phone number written on a check
Signed check with matching written and numerical amounts
Certified funds when paying delinquent tax years
List of account numbers when paying multiple properties
Large batches: The office says transactions involving 21 or more accounts must be dropped off for processing rather than handled as a normal counter transaction.
Right office

Tax Collector vs Escambia County Property Appraiser

The Tax Collector collects taxes. The Property Appraiser determines property values, maintains assessment data and handles exemption-related property records. Sending an assessment problem to the payment office can delay the answer you need.

Choose the correct Escambia County office
Your question Start with Why
How much property tax do I owe? Tax Collector The Tax Collector manages current and delinquent tax collection.
Was my payment received? Tax Collector Payment history and receipts are collection records.
Why is my assessed value this amount? Property Appraiser The Property Appraiser establishes property value for the tax roll.
How do I apply for Homestead Exemption? Property Appraiser Homestead and other property exemptions are appraisal functions.
How do I change a property mailing address? Property Appraiser The Tax Collector’s current-tax guidance directs address changes to the Property Appraiser.
Escambia County Property Appraiser

Gary “Bubba” Peters

221 Palafox Place, Suite 300
Pensacola, FL 32502

Phone: 850-434-2735

Use the Property Appraiser for

Assessment values, exemptions, property records, parcel information, ownership-record questions and appraisal-related forms.

Open Escambia County Property Appraiser
Troubleshooting

Common property-tax problems and what to do next

I never received the tax bill Search the official property-tax account. A missing paper notice does not remove the responsibility to determine and pay the tax.
My mortgage company should have paid Check the Tax Collector account and your mortgage servicer before paying again. Confirm whether the escrow payment has posted.
I need an old paid receipt Use the official property-tax search/payment system, which the office says can print paid receipts and show payment history.
The payment amount looks wrong If the dispute is about assessed value or an exemption, contact the Property Appraiser. If it concerns payment posting, penalty or current balance, contact the Tax Collector.
The tax is already delinquent Do not reuse an old amount. Check the current balance and payment requirements; delinquent real-estate taxes require certified funds, cashier’s check or money order under the office’s payment policy.
I found an old Janet Holley form Verify whether it is historical. For a current transaction, begin at the current Escambia Tax Collector website rather than relying on the former officeholder’s name.
Other office services

What else does the Escambia County Tax Collector handle?

The Tax Collector is not limited to real-estate tax collection. The office’s current service information includes several state and county transactions.

Property taxes

Real estate and tangible personal property tax collection, receipts, payment history and related payment options.

Motor vehicles & vessels

Registrations, titles and selected vehicle/vessel services. Location availability can vary.

Driver license / ID

Selected driver-license and identification-card services, often with appointment or location requirements.

Business Tax Receipts

County business-tax receipt applications, renewals and related records.

Hunting & fishing licenses

License services are available through the Tax Collector’s service network and linked state systems.

Concealed weapon licensing

Application or renewal services are offered at selected offices; verify location and appointment requirements first.

Before you pay

Escambia County property-tax payment safety checklist

I am using the current EscambiaTaxCollector.com payment route
The property address or account number matches
I selected the correct tax year
I checked whether my mortgage servicer already paid
I reviewed any card service fee before submitting
I know eCheck is currently listed as fee-free
If delinquent, I checked the current amount and required payment form
I saved a receipt or confirmation

Janet Holley Tax Collector FAQs

Is Janet Holley still the Escambia County Tax Collector?

No. Janet Holley previously served as Escambia County Tax Collector. The current official Tax Collector is Scott Lunsford, who was elected in November 2016.

How do I pay Escambia County property taxes online?

Use the property-tax route in the official Escambia County Tax Collector Payment Center. Search by name, address or account number, verify the property and amount, choose a payment method and save your receipt.

What are the Escambia County Tax Collector office hours?

The official locations page lists general office hours of Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Check live office alerts before traveling because service availability can change by branch.

What is the Escambia County Tax Collector phone number?

The main published phone number is 850-438-6500.

Is there a fee to pay Escambia County property tax online?

The Tax Collector currently states that property-tax payments made by eCheck have no extra fee. Debit and credit card payments are subject to a service fee, so review the amount displayed by the official payment system before confirming.

When do Escambia County property taxes become delinquent?

Current real-estate and tangible property taxes become delinquent April 1. The Tax Collector states that a 3% penalty applies to delinquent real estate and a 1.5% penalty to delinquent tangible property taxes.

Can I pay Escambia County property taxes in installments?

Qualified taxpayers can apply for the quarterly installment plan. The prior year’s tax must exceed $100, the account cannot have an escrow account, and the application must be received by April 30 for the tax year in which participation is requested.

Should I contact the Tax Collector or Property Appraiser?

Contact the Tax Collector for tax bills, payments, receipts, current balances and delinquency. Contact the Escambia County Property Appraiser for assessed value, exemptions, parcel records and appraisal-related property information.

Official sources

Official resources used for this guide

Use these official pages for live account balances, transaction fees, office alerts and other details that can change after publication.

Escambia County Tax Collector
Property records & assessment
Freshness review: October 7, 2026. Current officeholder, branch alerts, hours, payment methods, card fees, account balances and installment application years can change. Verify the responsible official page when you act.
Independent information notice: TaxCollectors.org is not the Escambia County Tax Collector, Janet Holley, Scott Lunsford, the Escambia County Property Appraiser, a payment processor or a government agency. Do not send bank, card or identity information to this website. Complete tax payments only through the official Escambia County Tax Collector system or office.

Leave a Comment