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1. When can I expect my tax bill?

Summer tax bills should arrive the first week of July, and winter bills should arrive the first week of December. 

2. When are my summer taxes due?

Summer taxes are payable July 1 through regular business hours August 31, without penalty. Penalty of 4% added on September 1, and 1/2% added each month thereafter. Penalty is calculated on tax due (excluding administration fee).

3. When are my winter taxes due?

Winter taxes are payable December 1 through February 14 without penalty. A penalty of 3% will be assessed on February 15, calculated on the tax due, excluding administrative fee.

4. When is the last day that I can pay my taxes at City Hall?

The last day to pay taxes at City Hall is February 29th. Starting March 1, all taxes must be paid to Oakland County Treasurer with additional penalties.

5. I have a hard time getting to the City Hall during your business hours; do you have a drop box?

For your convenience, we have a secure drop box outside of City Hall for your tax and water bill payments, accessible 24 hours a day (4:30 p.m.) on the due date.
Drop Box Guidelines:
* Please pay by check or money order only, no cash or credit cards may be used for drop box payments.
* When using the drop box, be sure to enclose your payment along with the appropriate portion of your bill in a sealed envelope.
* Receipts will not be sent for drop box payments. You view your payment on this web site the following business day.

6. May I pay my taxes and water bill with a credit/debit card or over the phone?

Yes, credit/debit card or e-check are accepted online or by phone, processing fee applies.

• Online: www.invoicecloud.com/madison-heights
• Phone: 855-725-0895, electronic check (e-check), credit/debit card accepted