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Pay Alleghany County, North Carolina Property Taxes Online using this service!

FAQs

What is involved in listing real estate for tax assessment?

 Real Estate includes land, buildings, improvements and permanent fixtures attached to the land. Also considered real property are some mobile homes. To be classified as real estate, the Mobile Home must meet the specifications set forth by the NC Department of Revenue. The ownership of all property is determined as of January 1st of the tax year. The transfer of ownership of property during the year does not relieve the seller of tax liability, regardless of prorations made during closing. Prorations are part of a private contract between buyer and seller. The owner of the property as of January 1st of the tax year will receive all tax bills pertinent to the property. Alleghany County is on a "Permanent Listing" for real property. This means that property owners are not required to list annually. Property owners as of January 1st are required to report any new buildings, additions, improvements or deletions which have occurred during the previous year. If improvements have been constructed through the Alleghany County Building Inspections Office, property owners will still be required to contact the Tax Assessing Office to report improvements.

What property qualifies for a tax exemption?

 Certain types of properties can qualify for tax exemption in the State of North Carolina if they meet the requirements set forth by the State. An Application for Property Tax Exemption Form must be filed with the Tax Office prior to January 31st of the tax year. Examples of the types of exemptions allowed and the NC General Statute allowing such are as follows:

  • NCGS 105-278.3 Real and personal property used for religious purposes
  • NCGS 105-278.4 Real and personal property used for educational purposes
  • NCGS 105-278.5 Real and personal property of religious, educational assemblies
  • Used for religious and educational purposes.
  • NCGS 105-278.6 Real and personal property used for charitable purposes.
  • You can download an Application for Property Tax Exemption Form from the Alleghany Tax Office Forms Page.

What is the schedule for county taxes?

Alleghany County Tax Bills are mailed during July of each calendar year. If you do not receive your tax notice by August 31 you should contact our office to request billing information. There is no requirement for the tax office to send notification of taxes due, however, they are sent as a courtesy to our property owners. Property taxes not paid in full by January 5 are assessed with penalties and interest each month thereafter. During the month of April all unpaid, delinquent taxes will be advertised in the local newspaper and an advertising fee added to the unpaid bill. 

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Pay Property Taxes

Pay Property Taxes

Pay Alleghany County, North Carolina Property Taxes Online using this service!

FAQs

What is involved in listing real estate for tax assessment?

 Real Estate includes land, buildings, improvements and permanent fixtures attached to the land. Also considered real property are some mobile homes. To be classified as real estate, the Mobile Home must meet the specifications set forth by the NC Department of Revenue. The ownership of all property is determined as of January 1st of the tax year. The transfer of ownership of property during the year does not relieve the seller of tax liability, regardless of prorations made during closing. Prorations are part of a private contract between buyer and seller. The owner of the property as of January 1st of the tax year will receive all tax bills pertinent to the property. Alleghany County is on a "Permanent Listing" for real property. This means that property owners are not required to list annually. Property owners as of January 1st are required to report any new buildings, additions, improvements or deletions which have occurred during the previous year. If improvements have been constructed through the Alleghany County Building Inspections Office, property owners will still be required to contact the Tax Assessing Office to report improvements.

What property qualifies for a tax exemption?

 Certain types of properties can qualify for tax exemption in the State of North Carolina if they meet the requirements set forth by the State. An Application for Property Tax Exemption Form must be filed with the Tax Office prior to January 31st of the tax year. Examples of the types of exemptions allowed and the NC General Statute allowing such are as follows:

  • NCGS 105-278.3 Real and personal property used for religious purposes
  • NCGS 105-278.4 Real and personal property used for educational purposes
  • NCGS 105-278.5 Real and personal property of religious, educational assemblies
  • Used for religious and educational purposes.
  • NCGS 105-278.6 Real and personal property used for charitable purposes.
  • You can download an Application for Property Tax Exemption Form from the Alleghany Tax Office Forms Page.

What is the schedule for county taxes?

Alleghany County Tax Bills are mailed during July of each calendar year. If you do not receive your tax notice by August 31 you should contact our office to request billing information. There is no requirement for the tax office to send notification of taxes due, however, they are sent as a courtesy to our property owners. Property taxes not paid in full by January 5 are assessed with penalties and interest each month thereafter. During the month of April all unpaid, delinquent taxes will be advertised in the local newspaper and an advertising fee added to the unpaid bill. 

Community Q&A

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Service Reminders

We will notify you at the right time so that you never miss a due date again!

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