MAYVILLE, NY – Chautauqua County residents now have a more convenient way to pay their delinquent property taxes. The County’s Real Property Tax Division has launched an online payment system, available through the County’s Real Property Tax website under the Property Tax Lookup section. This new system is designed to offer taxpayers a seamless, secure, and accessible way to manage their delinquent tax obligations.
County Executive Paul M. Wendel Jr. praised the initiative, stating, “This online payment system is another step forward in our commitment to making county services more accessible and user-friendly. By providing this option, we are giving residents the ability to make payments at their convenience without having to visit county offices in person.”
The system is live now and allows taxpayers to search for parcels with delinquent tax liabilities and make payments using credit/debit cards or ACH transfers. While the bank does charge a transaction fee, users are notified of the fee amount before completing their payment. Once a payment is made, taxpayers can receive a receipt via email, text message, or both for their records.
Kimberly A. Meleen, Director of the Real Property Tax Division, emphasized the benefits of the new system, saying, “We understand that waiting in line or mailing payments isn’t always convenient. This new online payment option allows taxpayers to manage their obligations more efficiently. It’s a great solution for residents who are out of town or prefer to handle their payments electronically.”
The online payment system is highly secure and available for all delinquent property tax payments, except for those associated with properties in bankruptcy.
For those who need assistance navigating the online payment portal, the Real Property Tax Division staff is available by phone to guide users through the process.
At this time, the online payment system is exclusively for delinquent taxes, but it aligns with the County’s broader efforts to modernize and improve service accessibility for all residents.
To access the new online payment system, visit the Chautauqua County Real Property Tax website and navigate to the Property Tax Lookup section. From there, taxpayers can search for parcels with delinquent tax liabilities and proceed with their payment.
For additional information or assistance, please contact the Chautauqua County Real Property Tax Division at (716) 753-4221.
