The property tax rates on this site are provided as a convenience to ratepayers and the Town does not guarantee the accuracy of this information. Properties in the commercial, industrial and multi-residential property classes may be subject to capping adjustments.
The interim tax bills for commercial and residential properties were mailed at the beginning of February and will be payable in two installments:
- last business day in February
- last business day in May
Final tax bills will be mailed at the beginning of August and will be payable in two installments:
- last business day in August
- last business day in November
Failure to receive a tax bill does not relieve the taxpayer from payment of taxes nor from liability of penalty for late payment. The Municipality is not responsible for taxpayers paying taxes on wrong properties. If a tax bill for the wrong property is received, return it to the Tax Office immediately. If the property has been sold, give the bill to the new owner. If a mortgage company makes payments on your behalf forward the tax bill to them. You are responsible for payment of property tax if the mortgage company shown on the bill no longer applies. Contact the Town of Hanover if there is a change in mortgage information.
To avoid penalty and interest charges payment must be received in our office on or before the due date.
A penalty for late payment of 1.25% per month is added the day following the due date and the first day of each month thereafter. Taxes in arrears after December 31 will be subject to monthly interest charges until paid. Payments on accounts are applied first toward all outstanding interest and penalty, then to the oldest outstanding taxes.
The Town of Hanover charges the following fees:
- NSF/Returned Payments - $40.00
- Tax Certificates (including Water Certificate) - $60.00 per assessed property
- Tax Certificates (including Water Certificate) less than two business days' notice - $80.00 per assessed property
- Zoning Compliance Letter - $89.00
If the property has changed ownership, send the tax bill to the new owner or return to the Tax Office, indicating to whom the transfer of title has been made. To prevent misdirected tax bills, please advise the Tax Office in writing of mailing address changes. Failure to receive a tax bill could still result in penalty and interest charges of 1.25% per month applied to unpaid accounts.
Beginning February 2021, municipalities will be required to confirm they have property owner consent before sharing mailing address change updates with MPAC. This requirement assists in maintaining the confidentiality of personal information.
Property owners can change their mailing addresses online at mpac.ca under Making Changes and Updates.
Change of mailing address requests can still be made with the Town of Hanover at 341 10th Street, Hanover ON N4N 1P5 or by fax to 519.364.6456. Property owners will now need to provide written permission that the Town is authorized to share the change of address request with MPAC. Please ensure the property address and roll number are quoted on all correspondence.
A supplementary tax bill is a bill issued by the Town of Hanover and reflects any assessment added due to additions or improvements made to a property.
Owners of new construction, residential or commercial, will receive a land only tax bill until such time as the "bricks and mortar" are assessed. Following assessment the supplementary tax bill will be issued and is effective from the date of occupancy.
It can take up to three years for a property to be assessed. Supplementary billings can occur anytime during the year and taxes for three years could be billed all within the same year and come due at the same time. For this reason, you are encouraged to start setting aside funds immediately following your purchase for the future supplementary tax bills. Supplementary tax bills are to be paid separately as they are not included in the pre-authorized payment plans.
In an effort to avoid a delay you can also phone the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) at 1.866.296.6722 to request an inspection of your property.
Property Tax Increase Relief for Low Income Seniors and Disabled Persons
Low-income homeowners who meet certain criteria, and whose property taxes have increased over the previous year, may apply for a tax reduction of up to $500 against an eligible increase. Please follow the links below for more information and an application to apply for a property tax rebate.
Low-income homeowners who meet certain criteria, and whose property taxes have increased over the previous year, may apply for a tax reduction of up to $500 against an eligible increase. Please follow the links below for more information and an application to apply for a property tax rebate.
If you are a registered Charitable or Non Profit Organization under the provisions of the Canada Income Tax Act subsection 248 (1) and own or lease space in a commercial and/or industrial building, you may be eligible for a rebate in property taxes for the current taxation year.
E-Payments
The Town of Hanover is now offering a convenient and secure online payment option for property taxes, water/sewer and general receivables. A convenience fee of 3% plus $0.35 will apply.
E-Billing
Have your bills sent to you by email directly to your inbox. Download the E-Billing Enrolment Form and return it to the Town of Hanover in person at 341 10th Street Hanover, by email ar@hanover.ca, or by fax to 519.364.6456.