Competitive Tax Rates
Aligning with our vision to be the leader in rural success, the County of St. Paul works hard to maintain competitive tax rates for its residents while providing a high degree of service. On this page, you will find information related to our rates and assessments process.
For any additional questions, please email [email protected].
OUR MISSION: To create desirable rural experiences
Property Tax
Your Property Tax & Assessment bill covers the period from January 1 to December 31 of the current year. A Property Assessment and Tax Notice is mailed out from the County office to residents by mid-May annually to provide enough time to review your assessment and ask any questions before the June 30 payment deadline.
If you do not receive your Property Assessment and Tax Notice by the first week in June, please contact us. If your address has recently changed, a Change of Address Form must be submitted. This is a simple online form with most of the details found on your most recent Property Assessment & Tax Notice.
Non-receipt of your property tax bill does not exempt
you from penalty due to late payment.
Changed your mailing address?
Be sure to confirm your correct mailing address with Alberta Land Titles to have this recorded on the Certificate of Title. Incomplete or incorrect forms will be returned by Land Titles.
Complete a land title search through an Alberta Registry Agent.
Payment Options
We have several payment options available for County ratepayers to suit your needs. Review your options carefully and feel free to contact us to discuss any questions.
Monthly Payment Plan
Monthly payments are automatic withdrawals from a bank account. To join the Property Tax Monthly Payment Plan, submit a Pre-Authorized Payments Form. The Taxation Department will confirm your application within 5 business days.
The plan commences January 1 each year, providing all taxes and penalties are paid on or before December 31 of the previous year. You can join up to June 1 by paying the missed installments from January 1. Each year after taxes are levied, the monthly payment will be adjusted based on the current year's taxes.
Online Banking & Telepayment
Please be aware of your bank's policies regarding the effective date of payment.
Confirm that your current property roll number is the one registered on your bill payment menu. The tax roll number is linked to the property; if you have moved, the new roll number must be referenced on your bill menu.
An individual payment is required for each tax roll number.
Option Pay - Online Payment
To pay property taxes using a credit card, choose 'Tax' from the drop-down menu and enter your 7-8 digit Roll number. Enter each property separately.
There is a fee paid to Option Pay for this service. The fee will be calculated on the screen once you enter the payment details.
In-Person
Confirm our business hours on our contact page to come to the Administration Office and pay in person by debit, cheque, or money order.
We do not accept credit cards for tax payments at the Administration Office. Please see Option Pay - Online Payment.
After Hours
A 24-hour deposit slot is located at the front door entrance of the Administration Office (bottom right) to drop off a cheque or money order.
Do not deposit cash.
By Mail
Cheques or money orders can be mailed to:
County of St. Paul
5015-49 Avenue, St. Paul AB
T0A 3A4
Do not mail cash.
Payment can be made payable to 'County of St. Paul No. 19'. Make sure to write your roll number on your cheque and enclose the property portion of your tax bill.
Assessment Complaints and Information
Those assessed may register a formal assessment complaint with the Assessment Review Board within 60 days from the notice of assessment date as shown on your tax notice. The primary function of the Assessment Review Board is to provide a forum for individuals and corporations
to challenge various aspects of their property assessments.
If you believe your or any other assessment is unfair, you may file a written complaint to the Assessment Review Board. The Assessment Review Board has the authority to review your assessment and direct the assessor to make amendments. The function of the Assessment Review Board is to hear evidence as to whether your property is assessed on an equitable basis with similar properties. Please fill out the Assessment Complaint Form and send to the County of St. Paul.
Frequently Asked Questions
