St. Johns County Tax Collector – Dennis W. Hollingsworth, C.F.C.
Your Elected Representative: Dennis joined the Tax Collector's Office in 1978 as a Field Inspector and Title Clerk. He was elected St. Johns County Tax Collector in 1984 and has had the honor of serving as Tax Collector since that time. Read more.
Tax Collector Duties and Responsibilities: In Florida, Tax Collectors are independent constitutional officers duly elected from their counties of residence by their fellow citizens and taxpayers. It is this independence coupled with the fact that they deal with a variety of duties and responsibilities, and provide a myriad of important public services, that allows them to exercise valuable leadership roles in our government. Read more.
News, Announcements, & Events
New Documentation Requirements – Florida has new documentation requirements for residents renewing or obtaining a new driver license or identification card. For office visits, you must bring original documents that prove your identity, social security number and residential address. Visit www.gathergoget.com to find out what you will need to bring.
Hunting / Fishing Permit Changes – Due to changes in Florida legislation, as of 07/01/10 there will be increases to hunting and fishing permits for both residents and non-Florida residents. There is also a new deer hunting permit. Find out more about Licensing, Permits and Fees and the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission and see the new fee schedule, here.
Five Easy Ways to Pay Your Taxes. Click here.
A Visual Guide to Reading and Understanding Your Tax Bill. Click Here.
Important Boater Information for 2010. Click Here.
2009 County Tax Certificate List is now available. Click to View.
St. Johns County’s 2009 Tax Notice Help – St. Johns County’s 2009 Tax Notice Help – If you have questions about your property’s Market Value, Assessed Value or Tax Exemptions please contact the Property Appraiser at (904) 827-5500. You can also learn more about how to read your TRIM notice with this reference guide.
Real Estate Taxes: Under Florida Statute 197, the Tax Collector has the responsibility for the collection of ad valorem taxes and non-ad valorem taxes. These are levied by the county, municipalities, and various taxing authorities in the county. Ad Valorem taxes are based on the assessed value and the millage of each taxing authority. Non-ad valorem tax assessments are based on the fee charged by the special assessment which provides the service (example: Solid Waste or paving assessments). Click for more information.
Questions? We have Answers.
Here are some of our most frequently asked questions. Still have a question? We'd be happy to help. Just stop by one of our offices, give us a call @ (904) 209-2250 or email us.
Spotlight On... Project Buckle Up
Project Buckle Up Video Earns Statewide Award – Locally produced car seat safety video receives 1st Place in competition. "Buckled for Life," a locally produced video about the St. Johns County Tax Collector's Project Buckle Up car seat education and inspection program, received first place in the 2008 Crystal Award competition of the Florida Government Communicators Association (FGCA). Full Story ->
