Important Information from the Tax Collector's Office

The Township of Scotch Plains is extending the grace period for third quarter property tax payments due August 1st while awaiting the final 2026 tax rate from the Union County Board of Taxation.

Many residents have been looking for their third quarter tax amounts. The township is currently waiting for the Union County Board of Taxation to set the final tax rate for 2026, which is required to determine tax bills. Once the rate is confirmed, third quarter tax amounts will appear in the online payment portal, where residents can view, pay, and manage their bills.

Residents have several payment options available. The township offers AutoPay enrollment for automatic recurring payments, one-time payment options, and online bill viewing and printing at www.scotchplainsnj.gov. These tools allow residents to manage their tax obligations before receiving printed bills in the mail.

The grace period extension ensures residents have sufficient time to pay once the final tax rate is confirmed. The township will provide an update as soon as the Union County Board of Taxation releases the final rate.

As a reminder, sewer bills were previously mailed and are due on September 1st.

For questions about third quarter property taxes or payment options, residents can contact the Scotch Plains Tax Collector's Office at (908) 322-6700, extension 207 or 208, or email taxcollector@scotchplainsnj.gov.

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FAQ

Q: When are Scotch Plains third quarter property taxes due?
A: Third quarter property taxes are due on August 1, 2026. The township has extended the grace period to allow residents sufficient time to pay after the final tax rate is confirmed by the Union County Board of Taxation.

Q: Why has the tax bill deadline not been announced yet?
A: The township is awaiting the final 2026 tax rate from the Union County Board of Taxation. This rate must be set before individual property tax amounts can be calculated and billed. Once the rate is confirmed, tax amounts will be posted to the online payment portal.

Q: How can I view my tax bill before it arrives by mail?
A: Residents can view and print their tax bills on the township's online payment portal at www.scotchplainsnj.gov. Once the final tax rate is confirmed, third quarter tax amounts will be available on this portal.

Q: What payment options are available?
A: Scotch Plains offers multiple payment options: residents can enroll in AutoPay for automatic recurring payments, make one-time online payments, or pay by mail. All options are available through the township's online portal at www.scotchplainsnj.gov.

Q: When will the final tax rate be announced?
A: The township will provide an update as soon as the Union County Board of Taxation confirms the final 2026 tax rate. Residents should check the township website or contact the Tax Collector's Office for the latest information.

Q: When are sewer bills due?
A: Sewer bills, which were previously mailed, are due on September 1, 2026.

Q: Who do I contact with tax payment questions?
A: Residents can contact the Scotch Plains Tax Collector's Office at (908) 322-6700, extension 207 or 208, or email taxcollector@scotchplainsnj.gov.