North Branford Tax Collector: Pay Your Bill, Check Hours & Get Help
The North Branford Tax Department handles town tax collections at Town Hall, including property, motor vehicle and personal property tax payments. Residents can also search and pay eligible bills online, pay by phone, mail a payment or visit the office.
Use the details below to choose the correct payment route, understand online convenience fees, avoid delinquent-interest surprises and know when an assessment issue belongs with the Assessor instead of the Tax Collector.
North Branford Tax Department
909 Foxon Road, North Branford, CT 06471
Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Gerri Winnick
How to pay a North Branford tax bill
North Branford provides four main payment routes: online, by telephone, in person at Town Hall and by mail. The best choice depends on whether you need immediate DMV clearance, want to avoid an online convenience fee or are paying a bill already in collections.
Use the Town-linked MyTaxBill system to search eligible accounts and submit a payment electronically.
Call Point & Pay at 855-563-9107 and choose option 2.
Pay at the Tax Department during business hours or mail payment using the Town’s current remittance instructions.
Pay online step by step
North Branford online tax payment fees
The Town states that a convenience fee applies when taxes or sewer charges are paid online. These fees are separate from the underlying tax balance, so compare the payment methods before submitting a transaction.
| Payment method | Published fee | Useful when |
|---|---|---|
| Debit card | $3.95 | You prefer paying from a debit card and accept the flat convenience fee. |
| Credit card | 2.5% per transaction, with a $2 minimum | Card payment is more convenient and you have reviewed the percentage-based cost. |
| Electronic check | $2.00 | You want to pay electronically from a bank account. |
North Branford property tax due dates and late interest
North Branford’s property-tax collection schedule uses two installments. Taxes for the fiscal year are due July 1 and January 1. The Town’s official financial records state that payments not received by August 1 and February 1, respectively, become delinquent.
| Installment | Due date | Delinquency point |
|---|---|---|
| First installment | July 1 | If not received by August 1 |
| Second installment | January 1 | If not received by February 1 |
FY 2026–27 mill rate
The Town Council set the fiscal year 2026–27 mill rate at 28.81 mills on the October 1, 2025 Grand List and authorized collection on July 1, 2026 and January 1, 2027.
Sewer Use and Sewer Assessment dates
North Branford’s tax FAQs list October 1 and April 1 as the two-payment sewer schedule, with delinquency and interest beginning November 1 and May 1. The Town notes that when November 1 or May 1 falls on a weekend, payment may be made by the next business day without additional interest.
North Branford Tax Collector office hours, address and contact
North Branford, CT 06471
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Who works in the Tax Department?
Tax Collector
Tax Clerk
Where to mail a North Branford tax payment
The Town’s current Tax Department information directs mailed tax payments to its payment-processing address and says checks should be made payable to Tax Collector N.B.
PO Box 983175
Boston, MA 02298-3175
Because payment-processing addresses can change independently of the Town Hall address, use the remittance address shown on your current tax bill or the Town’s current Tax Department page rather than relying on an old envelope or older directory listing.
Delinquent motor vehicle taxes and DMV clearance
A delinquent motor vehicle tax can affect Connecticut DMV transactions. North Branford says a payment made in full with cash can generally be released to DMV the same day unless the bill is already in collections. Payments made by other methods are subject to a 10-day hold, and bills in collections are subject to a mandatory 10-day hold.
If the bill cannot be paid online
The Town directs people with back taxes for motor vehicles, personal property or sewer that cannot be paid online to Tax Serv at 860-724-9100.
Personal checks and delinquent DMV clearance
The Town’s FAQ states that a personal check is not accepted when a taxpayer is paying delinquent taxes to obtain motor-vehicle registration clearance. The Town says all outstanding taxes, including the second half when applicable, must be paid under its required clearance policy.
Tax Collector or Assessor: who handles your problem?
The Tax Collector handles billing and collection. The Assessor determines taxable property values and administers assessment-related matters. Contacting the right office can prevent delays when the real problem is the assessed value rather than the payment itself.
| Issue | Office | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Pay a tax bill | Tax Department | Use the official payment routes or call 203-484-6011. |
| Question a property assessment | Assessor | Call 203-484-6013 for assessment information. |
| Sold or disposed of a vehicle | Assessor first | The Town FAQ instructs taxpayers to provide the Assessor with the DMV plate receipt and bill-of-sale documentation where applicable, then check the remaining tax amount with the Tax Office. |
| Delinquent balance or payment status | Tax Department | Confirm the balance, collection status and acceptable payment method. |
What to do when a North Branford tax payment goes wrong
The bill does not appear online
Confirm that you are using the correct bill type and search method. Sewer accounts are searchable by bill number or unique ID only. If an older or collection account is unavailable online, contact the Tax Department; the Town also directs certain back-tax accounts to Tax Serv.
Your payment was returned by the bank
The Town’s FAQ says a returned check triggers a $20 returned-check charge. It also states that for one year after the returned check is paid, subsequent Town payments must be made using cash, cashier’s check, debit or credit card, or money order rather than a personal check.
You think the assessed value is wrong
Do not treat an assessment dispute as a payment-portal problem. The Assessor is responsible for valuation questions. Paying or not paying a bill does not by itself change the underlying assessment.
You need DMV clearance immediately
Contact the Tax Department before paying. Same-day DMV release is tied to specific circumstances, while non-cash payments and collection accounts can carry a 10-day hold.
North Branford Tax Collector FAQs
What are the North Branford Tax Collector office hours?
The Tax Department lists regular hours as Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The office is at 909 Foxon Road, North Branford, CT 06471.
Can I pay North Branford taxes online?
Yes. The Town links to an online tax-payment system. Published convenience fees are $3.95 for debit card payments, 2.5% for credit-card transactions with a $2 minimum, and $2 for an electronic check.
When are North Branford property taxes due?
The Town’s property-tax collection schedule uses July 1 and January 1 installments. Payments not received by August 1 and February 1, respectively, become delinquent.
Can the North Branford Tax Collector waive delinquent interest?
The Town’s tax FAQ says no. Delinquent interest is governed by Connecticut law. The Town states that interest accrues at 1.5% per month from the original due date, subject to the applicable statutory rules.
How do I get DMV clearance after paying delinquent motor vehicle taxes?
The Town says full cash payments can generally receive same-day DMV release unless the account is in collections. Other payment methods are subject to a 10-day hold, and collection accounts have a mandatory 10-day hold.
Who should I call if I think my assessment is too high?
Contact the North Branford Assessor at 203-484-6013. The Assessor handles valuation questions, while the Tax Collector handles billing and collection.
Where do I mail a North Branford tax payment?
The Town’s current Tax Department information lists Tax Collector, North Branford, PO Box 983175, Boston, MA 02298-3175 as the payment remittance address and says checks should be payable to Tax Collector N.B. Verify the address on your current bill before mailing.
Verify information before sending a payment
Tax office hours, payment-processing addresses, portal fees and collection procedures can change. Before mailing a check, making a large payment or relying on a specific DMV-release timeline, confirm the current instruction on the Town of North Branford Tax Department page.
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