Town of Wethersfield Tax Collector: Pay Taxes & Office Hours
The Town of Wethersfield Tax Collector handles collection of legally assessed town property taxes. Use this page to reach the official tax-payment system, check current office hours, understand real estate and personal property due dates, or find the correct next step for a delinquent balance or DMV clearance.
The Tax Collection Division is part of the Town of Wethersfield Finance operation. Tax assessment questions, however, may need to go to the Assessor rather than the Tax Collector.
Town of Wethersfield Tax Collector / Tax Collection Division
505 Silas Deane Highway, Wethersfield, CT 06109
860-721-2825
taxcollector@wethersfieldct.gov
Marlene Desjardins, CCMC
Pay Town of Wethersfield taxes online
Wethersfield provides online tax inquiry and payment through its official payment service. Residents and businesses can search tax bills and make payments online for real estate, motor vehicle and personal property accounts.
How to make an online payment
Online convenience fees
| Payment method | Published service fee | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| E-check / ACH | $3 service fee | The Town lists a $3 fee for e-check transactions. |
| Credit card | 3%, minimum $2 | The Town lists a 3% service fee with a $2 minimum for credit-card transactions. |
| Debit card | Check portal before paying | Debit-card payment is listed as available, but confirm the fee shown during checkout. |
Wethersfield Tax Collector office hours, address & contact
Wethersfield, CT 06109
Fax: 860-721-2207
Marlene Desjardins, CCMC
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. |
| Thursday | 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. |
| Friday | 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. |
How to pay Wethersfield taxes by mail
The Town’s payment instructions say checks should be made payable to Tax Collector, Town of Wethersfield.
505 Silas Deane Highway
Wethersfield, CT 06109
If you need a receipt
The Town instructs taxpayers requesting a mailed receipt to include the entire bill and a self-addressed, stamped envelope with the payment.
The Town lists a charge of 50 cents per duplicate tax bill.
Income-tax research for a year other than the current year is listed at $15.
Wethersfield property tax due dates & late interest
Due dates depend on the tax type. The Town publishes separate rules for real estate, motor vehicle and personal property taxes.
| Tax type | Published due dates | Important detail |
|---|---|---|
| Real estate | July 1 and January 1 | The Town sends one bill before July 1 containing both the July and January payment coupons. A separate January bill is not sent. |
| Motor vehicle | July 1 | Failure to receive a bill does not cancel the tax or applicable interest. |
| Personal property over $500 | July 1 and January 1 | Applies to qualifying personal-property tax bills above the Town’s stated threshold. |
| Personal property of $500 or less | July 1 | The Town states these bills are due in one installment. |
When interest begins
For the tax categories described by the Town, an unpaid installment becomes subject to interest when it is not paid by the applicable grace-period deadline. The Town publishes delinquent interest at 1.5% per month, or 18% per year, calculated back to the due date, with a $2 minimum interest charge.
Use the dates printed on your current bill and the Town’s current tax notices to confirm the deadline that applies to your account.
Need DMV clearance after paying Wethersfield motor vehicle tax?
This is one situation where the payment method matters. The Town warns that online tax payments are subject to a ten-day hold before DMV clearance is available for vehicle registration.
Sold, stolen or disposed of a vehicle?
A vehicle-assessment problem is not always a Tax Collector issue. Wethersfield states that the DMV does not notify the Town when you no longer own a vehicle. Questions about a vehicle that was sold, stolen or destroyed should be directed to the Wethersfield Assessor’s Office, which handles the underlying assessment.
What happens if Wethersfield taxes are delinquent?
Delinquent tax bills can become more expensive than the original tax and statutory interest. Wethersfield states that delinquent accounts may be referred to a constable, state marshal or collection agency.
Referral to a legal collection authority can result in a minimum $30 collection fee plus expenses, in addition to other applicable charges.
The Town states that real estate taxes delinquent for one year or more will have a lien placed on the land records and a $24 lien fee added.
Wethersfield explains that the Tax Collector does not have general authority to waive statutory interest on delinquent municipal taxes.
TaxServ accounts
Wethersfield currently states that TaxServ Capital Services is under contract for collection of delinquent motor vehicle and personal property taxes. If you receive a TaxServ notice, the Town directs you to deal with TaxServ regarding that assigned account rather than arranging the payment through the Tax Office.
Phone: 860-724-9100
Fax: 860-727-1080
If an Alias Tax Warrant has been served
Once a delinquent motor vehicle or personal property account has been placed with the marshal or constable who served an Alias Tax Warrant, the Town explains that collection of those bills is handled by that marshal or constable. Use the contact information on the warrant rather than assuming the regular Tax Collector counter can resolve it.
Tax Collector or Assessor: who handles your problem?
The Tax Collector and Assessor handle different parts of the municipal tax process. Going to the right office can avoid delays.
- Paying a tax bill
- Confirming an outstanding balance
- Payment history or collection questions
- Tax payment receipts
- Delinquent payment status
- DMV clearance after tax payment
- Questions about the assessed value
- Property or ownership assessment issues
- A vehicle sold, stolen or destroyed
- Assessment exemptions or tax-credit eligibility
- Corrections to taxable property records
Quick payment checklist
Common Wethersfield tax-payment problems
The online portal shows a balance you did not expect
Do not submit payment until you confirm what the balance represents. If the account shows prior-year taxes or your paper bill says “Back Taxes Due,” call the Tax Collector for an updated amount.
You never received a motor vehicle tax bill
Contact the Tax Collector for a copy or current balance. The Town states that not receiving the bill does not invalidate the tax or interest that becomes due.
Your mortgage company is supposed to pay the real estate tax
Wethersfield advises taxpayers who receive a bill that should be paid by a bank or mortgage company to place their account number on the bill and forward it to the lender or mortgage company.
You paid online but DMV still shows a tax problem
Online payments can be subject to the Town’s ten-day DMV clearance hold. If registration is time-sensitive, contact the Tax Collector before assuming the online payment will produce immediate clearance.
Your tax amount looks wrong
If the dispute is about the underlying assessment rather than whether a payment was posted, start with the Assessor’s Office. The Tax Collector generally collects the amount generated from the official assessment record.
Town of Wethersfield Tax Collector questions
What are the Wethersfield Tax Collector office hours?
The published hours are Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Tuesday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Check for holiday or emergency closures before a time-sensitive visit.
Where is the Town of Wethersfield Tax Collector?
The Tax Collector is located at 505 Silas Deane Highway, Wethersfield, CT 06109. The office phone number is 860-721-2825.
Can I pay Wethersfield taxes online?
Yes. The Town provides an online tax inquiry and payment system for real estate, motor vehicle and personal property taxes.
How much does Wethersfield charge for an online tax payment?
The Town currently lists a $3 service fee for e-check transactions and a 3% service fee with a $2 minimum for credit-card transactions. Review the payment screen before submitting because service terms can change.
When are Wethersfield real estate taxes due?
The Town states that real estate taxes are due in two installments, July 1 and January 1. Only one bill is mailed before the July installment, and that bill includes the January coupon.
Can I pay online and get immediate DMV clearance?
Do not rely on online payment for immediate DMV clearance. Wethersfield states that online payments are subject to a ten-day hold before DMV clearance. Contact the Tax Collector if registration is urgent.
What should I do if my bill says “Back Taxes Due”?
Call the Wethersfield Tax Collector at 860-721-2825 for an updated amount before paying. An older printed amount may not include all current interest or charges.
Who should I contact if my vehicle assessment is wrong?
Assessment questions belong with the Wethersfield Assessor’s Office. The Town specifically directs questions about vehicles that were sold, stolen or destroyed to the Assessor.
Verify current Wethersfield tax information
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