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Delinquent Tax Collector
The collection of delinquent taxes is done within the Town Office.  The delinquent tax collector Dencie Cunningham handles everything in a separate office here at the Town Office or at her home.  The Town Office can answer general questions, but may not always be able to tell you the balance of you account.  To do get the balance or to set up a payment plan call Dencie Cunningham at here house, or set up a time to meet with her in the office. 
Payment of delinquent taxes can be done through three methods:
1.     Deliver the cash or check to the Town Office at 318 Christian Hill Road, Canaan, VT 05903
2.     Mail your cash or check to the Town Office at Po Box 159 Canaan, VT 05903
3.     Mail your check or cash to Dencie Cunningham Po Box 4 Canaan, VT 05903
ALL CHECK CAN BE MADE OUT TO THE TOWN OF CANAAN

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Policy for the Collection of Delinquent Taxes
Tax Sales
The need for Tax Sales are determined by the Delinquent Tax Collector, Dencie Cunningham.  If she deems properties need to be put up for tax sale, delinquent taxes two years in arrears with no payment plan, she will notify the public through an advertisement in the Colebrook Chronicle as well as on this webpage.  Tax sales typically happen during or after October. If you have any questions regarding this process feel free to contact her directly. 

Contact Info
Dencie Cunningham, Delinquent Tax Collector
Delinquent Tax Collection Phone: +1 (802) 266-8206
Town Office Phone: +1 (802) 266-3370
Mailing Address: PO Box 4 Canaan, VT 05903


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