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Real Estate Taxes in Shively, Kentucky

Note

Failure to receive a tax bill does not relieve you of your obligation to pay your tax bill nor does it waive the penalties or fees for late payment.

WHEN IS PAYMENT DUE?

The face value of your tax bill is due in full by September 30th each year. Payments postmarked by USPS on or before this date are considered on time.


Late Payment Penalties

If your payment is not received by October 1st, the following penalties will apply:

  • 10% Penalty on the outstanding amount
  • Monthly Interest Penalty: 6% per annum

To get an accurate payoff quote after October 1st, please contact City Hall at (502) 449-5000.


Delinquency and Tax Liens

  • December 1st: Delinquency notices will be sent to the address on record for any unpaid tax bills.
  • April 15th (the following year): Tax liens will be filed with the county clerk for unpaid bills.

Once a tax lien is filed, the following fees will apply:

  • Lien Release Fee: $150
  • Filing Fees: Additional costs as required

For more information or assistance, please contact City Hall.

WHEN ARE TAX BILLS MAILED?

Tax bills are mailed annually on or before August 31st to property owners of record as of January 1st of the tax year.


Mortgage Escrow Accounts

If your property taxes are paid through a mortgage escrow account, you will still receive a bill as a courtesy notice. This bill provides details about the tax assessment and tax levy.


Property Sales and Tax Responsibility

Due to the timing of property sales, recent transactions may not be reflected in the tax roll.
If you have recently purchased a property, please contact your closing agent to confirm whether arrangements have been made to pay the property taxes.

For any questions or assistance, reach out to City Hall at (502) 449-5000.

HOW IS PROPERTY TAX DETERMINED?

Your property tax bill is determined by two factors:

  1. Property Tax Assessment
  2. Property Tax Rate

Property Tax Assessment

State law requires each county’s Property Valuation Administrator (PVA) to assess all real property at its fair market value as of January 1st of each tax year.


Property Tax Rate

The City of Shively’s property tax rate is approved annually by the City Council.

  • 2022 Tax Rate: $0.3540 per $100 of assessed value

Please note that the city tax is separate from the property tax due to the county.

For questions or assistance, contact City Hall at (502) 449-5000.

WHAT IF MY PROPERTY TAX ISN’T WORTH ITS ASSESSED VALUE?

If you wish to appeal your property tax assessment, follow these steps:

  1. Conference with the County PVA:

    • You must first schedule a conference with the Property Valuation Administrator (PVA) during the spring inspection period.
  2. Appeal to the County Board of Assessment Appeals:

    • If you are not satisfied with the outcome of your PVA conference, you may appeal the decision to the County Board of Assessment Appeals.
  3. Appeal to the Kentucky Board of Tax Appeals:

    • If you disagree with the determination of the County Board of Assessment Appeals, you have the right to appeal to the Kentucky Board of Tax Appeals.

For assistance or more information, please contact City Hall at (502) 449-5000.

ARE THERE ANY TAX EXEMPTIONS?

Property owners may qualify for one of the following exemptions:


1. Homestead Exemption

  • Available to property owners who are 65 years or older.
  • You only need to apply once through the county Property Valuation Administrator (PVA) office.

2. Disability Exemption

  • Available to individuals classified as totally disabled by any public or private retirement system.
  • You must reapply every year through the county PVA office.

For assistance or more information, please contact City Hall at (502) 449-5000.

WILL MY MORTGAGE COMPANY PAY THIS TAX?

If you are unsure whether your property tax will be paid from a mortgage escrow account, please contact your mortgage company to confirm.

For any further assistance, contact City Hall at (502) 449-5000.

WHAT IF I SOLD MY PROPERTY THIS PAST YEAR?

When real estate is sold, the new owner becomes responsible for paying the property tax.

How Taxes Are Typically Handled:

  • The buyer’s mortgage company may collect or pay the tax at closing.
  • The seller usually pays a pro-rated amount of the tax at closing to cover the period they owned the property during the tax year.

To verify the status of your property tax bill, contact your mortgage company and/or closing agent.

For assistance, reach out to City Hall at (502) 449-5000.

HOW DO I REQUEST A REFUND OF A DUPLICATE OR OVERPAYMENT?

If you have made a duplicate payment or overpaid your property tax, you can request a refund by submitting a written request to the Tax Office.

How to Submit Your Request:

  • Email: taxoffice@shivelyky.gov
  • Mail:
    Tax Office
    3920 Dixie Hwy.
    Shively, KY 40216

For questions or assistance, contact City Hall at (502) 449-5000.

QUESTIONS?

Shively City Hall – taxoffice@shivelyky.gov – (502) 449-5000

Jefferson County PVA – pva@jeffersonpva.ky.gov – (502) 574-6380

© City of Shively 2025. All Rights Reserved. The City of Shively is a Home Rule Agency as defined by KRS 95.450
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