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Hernando County Tax Collector: Office Information and Security Notice

Original title: Tax Collector | Hernando County

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The Frame

What this does

Residents should be aware that the Tax Collector will never send text messages regarding driver license or registration status, and that office hours are modified on the third Wednesday of every month.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Hernando County Residents

Residents must follow updated office hours and are subject to the security protocols regarding official communications.

Business Owners

Businesses are no longer required to renew City of Brooksville Local Business Tax Receipts.

What changed

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What's next

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Summary

This document provides operational details for the Hernando County Tax Collector's office, including new leadership, office hours, and a warning regarding text message scams. It also outlines the office's responsibilities for collecting taxes and fees and provides guidance on business tax requirements and property tax payments.

Key Facts

The Tax Collector's office will never text residents about driver license or registration status or payment issues.
Official notices regarding driver licenses are sent via mail.
Both Tax Collector offices open at 9:00 a.m. on the third Wednesday of every month.
Amy L. Blackburn was appointed Tax Collector on October 30, 2024, and sworn in on November 1, 2024.
The City of Brooksville Local Business Tax Receipt (Occupational License) requirement was repealed effective June 1, 2008.
Property taxes can be paid via an installment method based on the preceding year's taxes under Section 197.222, Florida Statutes.
The office collects taxes and fees for all governmental units and special assessments for nearly 100 municipal service benefit units.
Standard operating hours for Hernando County residents are Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Out-of-county residents have limited operating hours of 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Driver license computer exams require sign-up by 3:30 p.m.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the Tax Collector text me if my registration is expiring?

No. The Hernando County Tax Collector and the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles will never text you regarding your driver license or registration status.

Are businesses still required to pay an Occupational License tax in Brooksville?

No. The requirement for a City of Brooksville Local Business Tax Receipt was repealed effective June 1, 2008.

How can I pay my property taxes in installments?

Under Section 197.222, Florida Statutes, you may elect to pay taxes by an installment method based on the estimated tax equal to the actual taxes levied in the preceding year.

Why It Matters

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Business Tax Repeal

The county moved away from occupational licensing for businesses over 15 years ago, a fact still relevant for business compliance inquiries.

Hernando County Board of County Commissioners

Connected Entities

locationHernando County Government Center“Main office address at 20 North Main St, Brooksville, FL 34601.”Map →

locationWestside Branch Center“Branch office address at 7701 Forest Oaks Blvd, Spring Hill, FL 34606.”Map →

personRon DeSantis“Governor of Florida who appointed the Tax Collector.”Map →

organizationHernando County Tax Collector“The government office responsible for tax and fee collection.”Map →

personAmy L. Blackburn“Appointed Hernando County Tax Collector on October 30, 2024.”Map →

organizationFlorida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles“State agency that coordinates with the local tax office.”Map →

organizationHernando County Board of County Commissioners“Local governing body that repealed the Occupational Business Tax Ordinance.”Map →

Sources

Open source document

www.hernandocounty.us

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