Is the town allowed to issue a supplemental tax bill for a previous error?

Full question:

The town I live in issued our taxes at a rate of (x amount). The town then realized about a month later that they did not issue the taxes at the appropriate rate. They are now issuing a Supplemental Tax Bill to make up the lost revenue. They are requiring the bill to be paid in one month. Is this legal?

  • Category: Taxes
  • Date:
  • State: Vermont

Answer:

The legality of the supplemental tax bill depends on the specific circumstances and procedures followed by the town. Generally, governments have broad taxing authority and may argue that you have not suffered a hardship since the original reduced rate was not legally justified. If you want to challenge this, consider contacting the taxpayer advocate for assistance. Users can search for state-specific legal templates at .

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FAQs

A supplemental income tax typically refers to additional taxes assessed on income that was not accounted for in the original tax calculation. For example, if a taxpayer receives a bonus or additional income after filing their tax return, they may be subject to a supplemental tax on that amount. This ensures that all income is taxed appropriately, reflecting any changes in income levels.