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1. What are the Taxpayer Bill of Rights?

The Municipality of Norristown’s Taxpayer Bill of Rights was first adopted by Ordinance 16-01, the regulations of which were outlined in Resolution 21-46. You can read the full list of regulations in Resolution 21-46.

2. What taxes are included in the real estate taxes collected by the Municipality of Norristown?

The Municipality of Norristown collects real estate taxes for Montgomery County, Montgomery County Community College, the Municipality of Norristown and if applicable, the trash fee for the Municipality of Norristown.

3. How do I update owner information or mailing address for property taxes?

The Montgomery County Board of Assessments, contacted by calling 610-278-3761, can provide assistance with changes to owner information and mailing address for property tax bills.

4. How much is a tax certification?

The fee for tax certification is $35 per property. Requests can be submitted by phone, fax or email, but the request will not be fulfilled until payment is received. Call the Finance Department at 610-270-0431 or fax to 610-270-0445.

5. Can I make a payment on line?

Currently, online payments are only accepted for parking ticket violations.

6. Is the Residential Property Rental License Fee and the Business Privilege License Fee the same fee?

The amount of the fee, $65 is the same, but they are separate fees.

Residential Rental Property License

The Residential Rental Property License fee is a fee per charged to residential rental property owners on a per rental unit and is paid to the Municipality of Norristown.

Business Privilege License

The Business Privilege License fee is the annual business owner (including Residential Rental Property owners) and is charged per business and paid to H.A Berkheimer Associates.

7. Are Norristown Area School District taxes collected by the Municipality?

No, Norristown Area School District taxes are collected by H.A. Berkheimer and Associates. They can be contacted by calling 610-599-3143 or by visiting them online.

8. How do I dispute a parking ticket?

Contact the Norristown Police Department Parking Enforcement for information regarding the process to dispute a parking ticket.