I have moved. What is my tax jurisdiction for motor vehicles?
Your tax town is your town of residency as of October 1. If you move from Madison after October 1, but still reside in Connecticut, you will still pay vehicle taxes to Madison. Municipalities within Connecticut do not apportion motor vehicle tax bills for portions of a tax year. If you register the vehicle in another state, contact the Assessor's office.


If you move, you must notify the Department of Motor Vehicles of your new address within 48 hours. Be sure that you request a change of address on your driver's license and on your vehicle registration(s). Post cards for this are available at the Tax Collector's Office and the Police Department.Motor Vehicle Proration Page

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1. What do I own that is subject to taxes?
2. How is the tax rate established?
3. What is the best way to pay my tax bill?
4. How do I pay taxes by credit card?
5. Who should checks be made payable to?
6. Can I pay all my taxes on one check?
7. What happens if I pay late?
8. Can the interest on my tax bill be waived?
9. What if I never receive a tax bill?
10. What should I do if I think my tax bill is incorrect?
11. If I am being improperly billed for a motor vehicle, what should I do?
12. I recently replaced a vehicle, and still got a bill on the old vehicle. Do I have to pay it?
13. I need to register my car. What do I need from the Tax Collector's Office?
14. I have moved. What is my tax jurisdiction for motor vehicles?
15. What is a "supplemental" motor vehicle tax bill?
16. My bill says "back taxes due." What does that mean?
17. My real estate bill is supposed to be paid by a mortgage company. What should I do?
18. How is my motor vehicle assessment determined?
19. Could I be eligible for any exemptions?
20. Are there any tax breaks for senior citizens?
21. What period of time does a tax bill cover?
22. Do I need to save my receipts?
23. What if I think my assessment is too high?