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1. How do I change the mailing address on a tax bill?

Please complete the Address Change Request form and return the form to the City of Sun Prairie Treasurer Address Change Request Form

2. How do I change a name on a tax bill?

If you would like the property tax records to reflect a change of name, you will need to record documentation with the Dane County Register of Deeds

3. How can I get a copy of a paid receipt for my property taxes?

When paying your taxes through the mail, include a self-addressed stamped envelope and a receipt will be mailed to you. After tax collection time has ended, receipts will be available through the Dane County website Access Dane. Their website also has a Tax Payment History report which shows payments made for prior tax years.

4. What is the 1st Dollar Credit?

The 1st Dollar Credit is a credit on your property tax bill for any real estate parcel on which at least one improvement by the land owner is located. The credit should be automatically applied to all qualifying properties. This value is calculated every year by the Department of Revenue after considering the projected number of claims and school property tax rates (for K-8, Union High, and K-12 school districts).

The credit on the 2020 property tax bills for eligible parcels is $90.51. For taxpayers who pay their taxes in 2 or more installments, the credit is applied equally to each installment.

5. Where will my tax bill be mailed?

All tax bills are mailed to the property owner in mid-December. If your mortgage company needs a copy of your tax bill they can retrieve an E-Bill from Access Dane, request one from the city, or you can send them a copy of your bill once you receive it in the mail. Please call 608-825-1192 for more information.

6. When are my taxes owed?

Your tax bill is mailed in mid-December of each year. At least the 1st installment must be paid by January 31st. The 1st installment includes 1/2 of your property taxes, and 100% of any special charges. The 2nd installment is due by July 31st of each year to the Dane County Treasurer's office. Please call 608-825-1192 for more information.

7. Where do I pay my taxes?

All payments made by January 31st should be made payable to: City of Sun Prairie Treasurer 300 E. Main St., Sun Prairie, WI 53590. Payments made after January 31st should be made payable to: Dane County Treasurer P.O. Box 1299, Madison, WI 53701-1299.

8. What if my escrow check is more than my tax payment?

If your mortgage escrow check is larger than the amount of your tax bill you will be issued a refund check. Refunds are generally issued within 30 days of payment. Please call 608-825-1192 for more information.

9. Do I need to endorse my escrow check?

If your mortgage escrow check is made payable to both you and the City of Sun Prairie you must endorse the check. All parties listed on the check must sign it before it can be deposited. Please call us at 608-825-1192 for more information.

10. Am I eligible for the Lottery Credit?

You are if the property is your primary residence and if you or the previous owner have owned and lived in the home since January 1st of the current tax year. If the lottery credit is not on your tax bill, please request a Lottery Credit Claim Form from the Wisconsin Department of Revenue website before you pay your taxes.

11. How do I figure out my tax bill?

To estimate your own 2020 tax bill: Multiply the assessed value of your property by the mill rate 0.0220061, add the charge for recycling costs $48.00 and refuse costs $75.00, subtract the state lottery credit -$221.82 (if eligible) and subtract the first dollar credit -$90.51 (if eligible), or if paying in two installments subtract 1/2 of the credit -$45.255.

12. Where do my tax dollars go?

The tax rate is the same for all properties located in the Sun Prairie School District. This rate is based on the tax levies required by the state, county, city, school district and Madison Area Technical College. The total amount of taxes to be collected is divided by the city's total assessed value to determine the tax rate. Please call 608-825-1192 for more information.