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Sussex County to offer state-mandated property tax payment plans for primary residences

Sussex County Council · August 19, 2025
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Summary

Following recent state legislation, Sussex County will offer payment plans to primary residential property owners whose tax bills increased more than $300, allowing three equal, interest‑free payments through Dec. 31 for applicants who apply by Sept. 30.

At its Aug. 19 meeting the Sussex County Council authorized the finance department to implement the payment-plan provisions required by House Bill 241 for primary residential properties experiencing a property tax bill increase greater than $300.

Finance Director Gina Jennings told the council the county must allow payment plans and that interest will be…

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