Tax Department

Background

Property taxes fund public services such as police and fire, health and education, infrastructure, and other programs and projects that benefit the community. In Brunswick, the Tax Department is managed by a Tax Specialist, who oversees day-to-day operations including the billing and collection of ad-valorem and non-ad valorem taxes. Ad-valorem taxes are taxes based on the assessed value of your property, as determined by the County Tax Commissioner. Non-ad valorem taxes are assessments that provide benefits to your property, such as trash disposal. Property taxes are levied by the City and Glynn County as vested in their charters.

Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide an environment that is welcoming to our citizens at the highest level of professionalism and efficiency in the collection of ad-valorem taxes and non-ad valorem taxes.

Vision Statement

Our vision is to educate and provide pertinent information for the residents and businesses of Brunswick in relation to property taxation.
 

New Owner
 

State law requires all bills be sent to the owner as of January 1st. If you have sold property, please forward the bill to the new owner. 

If you purchased property after January 1st of the tax year you will not receive the tax bill. Look for it to be forwarded to you from the previous owner or visit us at our office to make payment.  

Making Tax Payments on Property that is Not in Your Name
 

You may pay tax on properties that are not in your name. However, doing so does not allow you any claim of ownership to the property, regardless of how much you have paid, or how many years you have paid. Additionally, refund requests will not be honored if you change your mind.

Having your name listed on the tax receipt does not give ownership. 

Mortgage Companies

Typically, your mortgage company will have an escrow account set aside for paying property taxes. However, we do not send bills to the mortgage holder. Although your mortgage company offers you the convenience of paying your property taxes through escrow, ultimately you must ensure your taxes are paid on time no matter who is handling the payment. 

Thank you for your cooperation!