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1. What is Personal Property?

Personal Property is tangible property (that is physical) and is subject to the personal property tax unless exempted by statute. Tangible personal property ranges from the chairs in a barbershop to the furnishings of a doctors waiting room from drills used by a dentist to the poles owned by a utility.

2. How do I change my mailing address on my Personal Property Tax Bill?

All change of addresses must be made in writing and submitted to the City of Pewaukee Assessor's Office. Please see the Assessor's web page for contact information.

3. How do I change the name that appears on the Tax Bill after purchasing the property?

New owners at the time of recording the deed should be sure to fill out the Change of Owner and/or Address card provided with the Municipal Lien Certificate. This will change the "mail to" portion of the bill; the permanent change will take place when the Assessors Office receives the deed from the Register of Deeds. NOTE: All changes of owners or addresses must be made in writing by filling out a Change of Address form - please see the Waukesha County Register of Deeds website for details and contact information.

4. What do I do if I move my business out of the City of Pewaukee?

If your business closes or moves out of the City of Pewaukee you must contact the Assessors' Office at (262) 691-0820 to file the necessary papers to delete your personal property account.