By order of Sheriff Darren Weekly, Stage 2 Fire Restrictions are in place for unincorporated areas of Douglas County. Ordinance No. O-012-004 restricts open burning, the use of fireworks, portable fireplaces/fire pits and campfires in the unincorporated areas of Douglas County.
Since the 2023 reappraisal, the state of Colorado has passed legislation that has altered the property tax system annually. The result of these bills has been dramatically increased complexity, including less predictability. Although every property is different, here are some of the common causes for property tax bill changes since last year.
Property tax statements are mailed by the end of January to the owner of record as listed on the tax roll. The tax roll is prepared and maintained by the County Assessor. View the Treasurer’s website to see Important Dates.
You may view and print your tax statement online here. Per State Statute, failure to receive a property tax statement does not exempt the taxpayer from timely payment of taxes. If you do not receive a tax notice, please contact the Douglas County Treasurer.
Property owners who escrow their taxes receive a postcard reminding them of the impending property tax due dates, and those who pay their taxes themselves receive a full statement. If you do not receive a tax notice, please contact the Douglas County Treasurer.
Per State Statute, property tax statements are to be mailed to the owner of record as listed on the tax roll. You will need to contact your mortgage company to verify if your taxes are held in escrow and will be paid by your mortgage company.
Per State Statute, tax statements are mailed in January to the owner of record as listed on the tax roll. Please contact your mortgage company concerning the release of your deed.
Please submit your mailing address change electronically by completing the online Update Mailing Address form. A recorded deed is required to change your name. Please contact the Assessor’s Office directly at 303-660-7450 for assistance.
Property taxes are collected one year in arrears. Taxes may be paid in one payment or two half payments. Full payments are due April 30. First half payments are due the last day of February. Second half payments are due June 15. Partial payments are not allowed. Payments not received timely will accrue interest.
No, the payment dates are set in state law.
The tax amount is calculated by multiplying the Actual Value of a property by Assessment Rate and again by the mill levy. The Actual Value is determined by state law and the County Assessor. The Assessment Rate of all properties is determined by the state law. The mill levies are set by the taxing authorities (school districts, cities, etc.). The taxing authorities in your district are listed on the tax statement. Assessor’s Website
No. The Treasurer’s office is obligated to follow the guidelines set forth in the Colorado State Statutes.
The Senior Exemption program is funded by the State of Colorado and will be available for the 2025 taxes payable in 2026. Please contact the Assessor’s Office for information regarding this program. Assessor’s Website
Despite multiple attempts, the Senior Property Tax Exemption has never been expanded by the Colorado General Assembly. As a result, it remains in place in its original form, where is exempts 50% of the first 200,000 in Actual Value. The resulting tax savings will increase or decrease as assessment rates and/or mill levies change, but it will not increase or decrease with changes in Actual Value.
Yes, the State of Colorado Property Tax Deferral Program for Seniors is a low interest loan available to qualifying seniors. The deadline to apply is April 1 of each year. Please visit the Colorado Property Tax Deferral Website for additional information.
Yes, you may contact the Assessor’s office for further information. Assessor’s Website
To make an immediate online payment, use the Property Account Inquiry link below: search for your property account, locate the Pay Taxes box on the top left side of your account page, click on $ amount to begin the payment process. For reference, view this step-by step guide for an overview of the process and screens.
There are no silver bullets that alleviate the increases in property taxes, but Colorado has implemented multiple programs to help in some specific situations. View our website for more information and to see if any of the programs apply to you. The programs include exemptions for seniors, disabled veterans and gold star spouses, tax deferral loans, and others.
The 2026 protest period opens on May 1 and runs through June 1. The easiest way to file a protest of your assessment is online, during that period, on our website. Please be aware that the level of value for the 2026 assessment is as of June 2024, not current market. All sales that occurred during the 18 month study period leading up to the June 30, 2024 appraisal date must be time adjusted to the appraisal date. In addition, post study period and current market data will be used in the 2027 reappraisal
