Public Service Announcement: City of Kelowna
A reminder to residential property owners that August 31 is the final day to pay property taxes without incurring a 10 per cent penalty. For commercial properties (Class 4, 5, 6, 7 or 8), the final payment date is September 30 to avoid the penalty.
Taxes were due by July 2, but the penalty deadlines were extended to August 31 for residential property taxes and September 30 for commercial property taxes to provide property owners with some extra time, given the financial difficulties some residents are facing due to economic fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic.
The City recommends paying property taxes through your financial institution. Those who participate in the pre-authorized withdrawal system (PAWS) are responsible for making their final payment as it is not automatically processed.
Other options for payment include paying online with a credit card (fees apply), depositing a cheque in the drop box outside the Water Street doors to City Hall, or paying in person at the cashiers at City Hall.
For more information about property taxes, payment options and to register for a Property Account, visit kelowna.ca/propertytax, sign up for e-updates, email revenue@kelowna.ca or call 250-469-8757 (option 3).