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Table Of Contents
- Disputes and appeals for taxes or water bills
- Financial services for residents
- Payment plans and assistance programs
- Pay your commercial trash fee
- Payments from the City
- Redeem or replace unclaimed bonds
- Resolve judgments, liens, and debts
- 7.1. Contact a collection agency to resolve a debt
- 7.2. Pay outstanding tax balances
- 7.3. Prevent sequestration of your property due to unpaid debts
- 7.4. Resolve bills or liens for work done by the City on a property
- 7.5. Resolve tax liens and judgments
- 7.6. Resolve water liens and judgments
- 7.7. Use code enforcement numbers to request a payoff
- Taxes
- 8.1. Access the Philadelphia Tax Center
- 8.2. Business taxes
- 8.2.1. Apply for the Voluntary Disclosure Program for overdue taxes
- 8.2.2. Business taxes by type
- 8.2.2.1. Amusement Tax
- 8.2.2.2. Business Income and Receipts Tax (BIRT)
- 8.2.2.3. Development Impact Tax
- 8.2.2.4. Hotel Tax
- 8.2.2.5. Liquor Tax
- 8.2.2.6. Mechanical Amusement Tax
- 8.2.2.7. Net Profits Tax
- 8.2.2.8. Outdoor Advertising Tax
- 8.2.2.9. Parking Tax
- 8.2.2.10. Philadelphia Beverage Tax
- 8.2.2.11. Sales, Use, and Hotel Occupancy Tax
- 8.2.2.12. Tobacco and Tobacco-Related Products Tax
- 8.2.2.13. Use and Occupancy Tax
- 8.2.2.14. Valet Parking Tax
- 8.2.2.15. Vehicle Rental Tax
- 8.2.2.16. Wage Tax (payments from employers)
- 8.2.3. Set up a payment agreement for your business or income taxes
- 8.2.4. Submit an Offer in Compromise to resolve your delinquent business taxes
- 8.3. Filing and paying your taxes
- 8.4. Get a tax account
- 8.5. Get tax clearance
- 8.6. Income taxes
- 8.6.1. Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) resources
- 8.6.2. Earnings Tax for employees
- 8.6.3. Request a Wage Tax refund
- 8.6.4. School Income Tax
- 8.7. Property and real estate taxes
- 8.7.1. Appeal a property assessment
- 8.7.2. Get a property tax abatement
- 8.7.3. Get Real Estate Tax relief
- 8.7.4. Look up your property tax balance
- 8.7.5. Real Estate Tax
- 8.7.6. Realty Transfer Tax
- 8.7.7. Report a change to lot lines for your property taxes
- 8.8. Refunds
- 8.8.1. Request a Real Estate Tax refund
- 8.8.2. Request a refund for City taxes or water bills
- 8.8.3. Request a refund for taxes paid to local jurisdictions
- 8.8.4. Request a technical (or private letter) ruling for unusual tax circumstances
- 8.8.5. Request a Wage Tax refund
- 8.8.6. Tax forms and instructions
- 8.9. Tax credits
- 8.9.1. Business tax credits
- 8.9.2. Resident tax credits
- Water bills
1. Disputes and appeals for taxes or water bills
How to file a dispute or appeal for taxes, water bills, and water service decisions.
1.1. Appeal a water bill or water service decision
Appeal a water department bill or decision.
1.2. Dispute a water bill
If you think there’s an error or a problem with your water bill, you can appeal to the Water Revenue Bureau.
1.3. Petition for a tax appeal
Learn how to appeal a tax assessment, denied refunds, and interest and penalties.
2. Financial services for residents
Information about counseling, benefits support, affordable bank accounts, and other financial services available to Philadelphia residents.
2.1. Get free financial counseling
Find out where to get free, high-quality, one-on-one financial counseling.
2.2. Get free help applying for public benefits
How to receive free, one-on-one help applying for public benefits.
2.3. Get free tax preparation assistance for qualifying taxpayers
Information about when and where Philadelphia residents can file their taxes for FREE.
2.4. Open a safe and affordable bank account
Learn how to open a bank account and avoid high-cost financial services.
3. Payment plans and assistance programs
Information about programs to help Philadelphia residents and businesses with their taxes and water bills.
3.1. Income-based programs for residents
Information about a number of income-based assistance options for qualifying residents and business owners.
3.2. Other payment plans and programs
Information about other tax and water bill programs, including the Homestead exemption.
3.3. Programs for businesses
Information about programs to help businesses stay current or catch up on their City taxes.
3.4. Senior citizen programs
Reductions in tax liability and water bill amounts for age-eligible residents.
4. Pay your commercial trash fee
How to pay for trash and recycling pickup at small commercial and multi-unit properties. This used to be called the refuse collection fee.
5. Payments from the City
Information about getting paid by the City, including enrolling in direct deposit, tracking payments, and asking about checks.
5.1. Enroll in direct deposit as a vendor or a foster parent
Instructions for vendors and foster parents to enroll in ACH payments.
5.2. Get a fire insurance escrow payment
After securing your fire damaged property, you can get a check for leftover insurance claim funds held by the City.
5.3. Inquire about a City-issued check
The City Treasurer’s Office can help you replace a lost or damaged City-issued check or get a copy of a canceled one.
5.4. Track vendor payment
Track payments the City owes you as a vendor or foster parent.
6. Redeem or replace unclaimed bonds
How to redeem or replace unclaimed municipal bonds.
7. Resolve judgments, liens, and debts
Steps the City will take to ensure that people pay bills and taxes. Includes both enforcement measures and ways to pay outstanding judgment.
7.1. Contact a collection agency to resolve a debt
Describes when the City uses collection agencies to help collect delinquent taxes, and provides links to the agencies the City uses.
7.2. Pay outstanding tax balances
How to pay an outstanding tax balance and who to contact if you need to set up a payment plan.
7.3. Prevent sequestration of your property due to unpaid debts
Details on the Real Estate Tax Sequestration Program, in which the City has a third party take over management of a tax-delinquent property.
7.4. Resolve bills or liens for work done by the City on a property
How to resolve unpaid bills or liens for work done by the City on a property.
7.5. Resolve tax liens and judgments
How to obtain a lump sum payoff of business, income, and Wage Tax liens and judgments.
7.6. Resolve water liens and judgments
How to resolve outstanding water liens or judgments before selling or refinancing a Real Estate property (payoff requests).
7.7. Use code enforcement numbers to request a payoff
How to understand City of Philadelphia judgment and lien numbers in order to submit a payoff request.
8. Taxes
Learn how to file and pay taxes, get refunds, apply for relief programs, and find more information about different types of taxes.
8.1. Access the Philadelphia Tax Center
Visit the Philadelphia Tax Center to file and pay taxes online.
8.2. Business taxes
Information about filing and payment for different types of business taxes, business tax credits, and payment agreements for businesses.
8.2.1. Apply for the Voluntary Disclosure Program for overdue taxes
Requirements for when a business comes forward to register, file, and pay for taxes owed.
8.2.2. Business taxes by type
Tax types and payment information for businesses that are located or operating in Philadelphia.
8.2.2.1. Amusement Tax
Information about taxes that are imposed on admission fees for attending any amusement in Philadelphia.
8.2.2.2. Business Income and Receipts Tax (BIRT)
Tax requirements for individuals, partnerships, associations, limited liability companies, and corporations engaged in for-profit activity.
8.2.2.3. Development Impact Tax
Tax requirements for new construction or improvements of residential buildings in Philadelphia.
8.2.2.4. Hotel Tax
Details about what the Hotel Tax is, who needs to pay it, and in what circumstances.
8.2.2.5. Liquor Tax
Tax requirements that apply to the sale of liquor, wine, or malt and brewed beverages in Philadelphia.
8.2.2.6. Mechanical Amusement Tax
Tax information for owners or operators of for-profit amusement or entertainment devices.
8.2.2.7. Net Profits Tax
Tax requirements imposed on net profits from the operation of a trade, business, profession, enterprise, or other activity.
8.2.2.8. Outdoor Advertising Tax
Tax requirements that apply to the rental or purchase price of space used for outdoor advertising signs.
8.2.2.9. Parking Tax
Details about what the Parking Tax is, who needs to pay it, and when.
8.2.2.10. Philadelphia Beverage Tax
Details about what the Philadelphia Beverage Tax (PBT) is, who needs to pay it, and when. Official tax regulations are provided.
8.2.2.11. Sales, Use, and Hotel Occupancy Tax
Tax requirements that apply to taxable goods and services by retailers and service providers.
8.2.2.12. Tobacco and Tobacco-Related Products Tax
Tax requirements that apply to tobacco and tobacco-related products sold by retailers, including items sold through vending machines.
8.2.2.13. Use and Occupancy Tax
Tax requirements for owners or landlords whose property is used for business purposes in Philadelphia.
8.2.2.14. Valet Parking Tax
Information about taxes applied to the use of valet parking services in Philadelphia.
8.2.2.15. Vehicle Rental Tax
Details about what the Vehicle Rental Tax is, who needs to pay it, and when.
8.2.2.16. Wage Tax (payments from employers)
Instructions for taxes that apply to payments a person receives from an employer in return for work or services.
8.2.3. Set up a payment agreement for your business or income taxes
If you’re behind on paying your taxes, the Department of Revenue will work with you to arrange a payment agreement.
8.2.4. Submit an Offer in Compromise to resolve your delinquent business taxes
How to submit an Offer in Compromise for payment of less than the full tax debt you owe.
8.3. Filing and paying your taxes
Filing and payment methods, instructions, interest rates, and penalties related to City of Philadelphia taxes.
8.3.1. Apply for the electronic funds transfer (EFT) program
Requirements and instructions for enrolling in the ACH credit program for paying taxes.
8.3.2. How to file and pay City taxes
Instructions for filing and paying your taxes online, by phone, in person, by mail, and through Modernized e-Filing.
8.3.3. Interest, penalties, and fees
Current interest rates, penalty amounts, and fees that the City applies to late tax returns and delinquent payments.
8.3.4. Make an appointment to pay City taxes or a water bill in person
How to schedule an appointment to pay a bill, or other City fee, in person at the Municipal Services Building (MSB).
8.3.5. Use Modernized e-Filing (MeF) for City taxes
Vendors that allow you to e-file your City taxes.
8.4. Get a tax account
You need a tax account in order to pay business taxes, and the Earnings and Wage Tax.
8.5. Get tax clearance
Instructions for how to get a tax clearance certificate when one is requested by the City.
8.6. Income taxes
Tax requirements for anyone who is paid for work performed in Philadelphia, or for Philadelphia residents receiving unearned income.
8.6.1. Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) resources
Information for workers, community groups, and employers about the federal Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). The EITC is not a City program.
8.6.2. Earnings Tax for employees
Tax filing and payment details for people who work in Philadelphia but don’t have City Wage Tax withheld from their paycheck.
8.6.3. Request a Wage Tax refund
Claim a refund on Wage Taxes paid to the City. Instructions are for salaried and commissioned employees as well as income-based refunds.
8.6.4. School Income Tax
Tax details for Philadelphia residents who receive unearned income. Includes instructions for printing your payment voucher.
8.7. Property and real estate taxes
Tax information for owners of property located in Philadelphia, including tax rates, due dates, and applicable discounts.
8.7.1. Appeal a property assessment
Due dates and instructions for challenging a property assessment that you believe is incorrect.
8.7.2. Get a property tax abatement
Guidelines for determining which Real Estate Tax abatements you can get for your property.
8.7.3. Get Real Estate Tax relief
Assistance programs available for owner-occupied households.
8.7.4. Look up your property tax balance
Find the amount of Real Estate Tax due for a property in the City of Philadelphia, and make payments on outstanding balances.
8.7.5. Real Estate Tax
Rates, due dates, discounts, and exemptions for the City’s Real Estate Tax, which must be paid by owners of property in Philadelphia.
8.7.6. Realty Transfer Tax
Requirements and rates related to the Realty Transfer Tax, which applies to the sale or transfer of real estate located in Philadelphia.
8.7.7. Report a change to lot lines for your property taxes
How to report a change in property divisions to the Office of Property Assessment.
8.8. Refunds
Forms and instructions for requesting a refund on City taxes, water bills, and other fines or fees.
8.8.1. Request a Real Estate Tax refund
Form and instructions for claiming a refund on excess Real Estate Tax paid to the City.
8.8.2. Request a refund for City taxes or water bills
Requirements, timelines, and forms for requesting a refund on all City taxes, bills, fines, and fees except the Wage Tax.
8.8.3. Request a refund for taxes paid to local jurisdictions
Claim a refund for taxes you paid on the same income to both the City of Philadelphia and another local jurisdiction outside Pennsylvania.
8.8.4. Request a technical (or private letter) ruling for unusual tax circumstances
Information about “private letter” rulings, where taxpayers request interpretation of their tax situation from Revenue. Also lists fees.
8.8.5. Request a Wage Tax refund
Claim a refund on Wage Taxes paid to the City. Instructions are for salaried and commissioned employees as well as income-based refunds.
8.8.6. Tax forms and instructions
Forms and instructions to use when filing City tax returns. Forms include supplementary schedules and worksheets from 2009 to present.
8.9. Tax credits
Eligibility guidelines and application details for City tax credits.
8.9.1. Business tax credits
Types of City tax credits available to businesses, including eligibility guidelines and application details.
8.9.2. Resident tax credits
Tax credits available to Philadelphia residents, including eligibility guidelines and application details.
9. Water bills
Information about paying or disputing a water bill, applying for assistance programs, and setting up payment plans.
9.1. Pay a water bill
Instructions and fees for accessing and paying your water and sewer services bill online.
9.2. Search for water liens
How to search for details about existing liens on water accounts, including meter and repair charges, as well as HELP accounts.
9.3. Water bill affordability, assistance programs, and payment plans
Get help paying for your water bill, find ways to reduce your bill, or set up a payment plan.
9.3.1. Apply for the senior citizen water bill discount
The City offers a discount on water and sewer bills for senior citizens who meet age and income requirements. Find out how to apply.
9.3.2. Apply for water bill customer assistance
Learn more about the different programs available to help you with your water bill, and start your application.
9.3.3. Set up a water bill payment plan
Information about payment agreements available to water bill customers.
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