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Fees and Taxes |
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Mrs. Linda East, the Town Treasurer handles the collection of fees and taxes. Questions regarding billing for water and sewer, taxes, business licenses, vehicle decals, etc. should be directed to Mrs. East at (804)324-4411.
Real Estate Taxes
Taxes on property located within the Town are currently at $0.175 per $100 of assessed value. Assessment is the responsibility of the Pittsylvania County Commissioner of Revenue. Taxes are due by December 5th of each year. Penalties and/or interest will be added to taxes unpaid by the deadline.
Personal Property Taxes
Taxes on tangible personal property (vehicles, boats, etc.) located within the Town are currently at $2.50 per $100 of assessed value. Taxes are due by December 5th of each year. Penalties and/or interest will be added to taxes unpaid by the deadline.
Vehicle Decals
All motor vehicles garaged within the Town are required to have a Town of Hurt decal affixed to the front windshield. The annual decal fee is $25.00. Decals are sold each year between March 15th and April 15th. Current decals must be affixed to the front windshield by April 15th to avoid being cited for a violation by the Police Department. All personal property taxes on the vehicle must be paid in full before a vehicle decal will be issued.
Business Licenses
All businesses operating in Town are required to purchase a Town of Hurt Business Licenses. The minimum fee is $30.00. The actual fee will vary depending upon the type of business and the business's gross receipts. Business licenses must be purchased by January 31st of each year.
Water and Sewer Billing
Residential and Commercial customers are billed bi-monthly. Bills are generated in January, March, May, July, September and November of each year. Water bills are computed based upon actual usage, with a minimum charge of $29.65. Sewer bills are computed based upon 85% of actual water usage. The minimum sewer bill is $30.00 per billing period.