Lake County residents should be aware that the second installment of their real estate taxes is due Tuesday, September 6. By Illinois State Statute, any payment received after the due date must include a 1.5% penalty. Please note, homeowners will not receive a mailed notice for the second installment. Payment options include payment via U.S. Mail, in person at most Lake County banks and in person at the Lake County Treasurer's Office, 18 N. County Street, Waukegan. Those paying at a bank must have an original or copy of their tax bill. Taxpayers may also make payments online by credit card at this site. There is a convenience fee charged by the credit card company for those paying online.
Two drop-boxes are also available 24 hours a day, seven days a week for property tax payments. Those using either of the drop-boxes must pay via check and should include their tax bill stub in a sealed envelope. One drop-box is located at the northeast entrance of the Lake County Courthouse and Administrative Complex, 18 N. County Street, Waukegan. The second drop-box is at the Lake County Division of Transportation, 600 W. Winchester Road, Libertyville, a half block west of Milwaukee Avenue. Follow the Division of Transportation sign, and then look for "Collectors Drop Box"sign.
For the convenience of those residents paying at the Treasurer's Office, the office will have additional hours on Saturday, September 3, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 noon and on Tuesday, September 6, from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM. Regular office hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
For more information, contact Lake County Treasurer Robert Skidmore's office by phone at (847) 377-2323 or visit the Treasurer's website at www.co.lake.il.us/treasurer.
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