Frequently Asked Questions

Because we work by the date we receive the bill, not postmark.

Community Preservation Act: Owners of real property will be annually assessed, through 2020, an additional surtax in an amount equal to three precent of the real estate tax levied against those properties. The proceeds of this surtax may be expended, upon appropriation, for certain open space, historic resources and affordable housing purposes. For more information, please visit the

Falmouth changed to Quarterly Billing as of July 1, 2011 for Fiscal 2012.

You will need to contact the Assessor's Office (508-495-7380) to accomplish this.

No, the final date to pay is the due date that appears on your bill. Postmarks cannot be accepted! We must "receive" the payment by the due date for it to be considered a timely payment.

Personal Property tax is assessed and is the responsibility of the owner of record as of January 1st of the previous calendar year. For more information please call 508-495-7380.

No, we do not accept postmarks.

Yes, you do not need a bill to pay. Just indicate property identifying information on your check:
- property location
- name of owner
- map number

You can also print a copy of your bill from the Online Payments button on the homepage.

Yes, memo bills are accepted and there is no fee.

Yes, there is no limit. As long as the addition is correct, 1 check can be written for multiple parcels with multiple names. Please include the coupons, the bill numbers, or map # of the property. Please note one check per type of bill.