What Is the Tax Delinquency Project?

Real estate has long been a means for families to accumulate and pass on generational wealth. A necessary component of property ownership is payment of taxes to the local government. When property taxes remain unpaid, that property becomes in danger of auction. A property may fall delinquent for a number of reasons. Sometimes a property owner may not be able to afford the taxes due to financial hardship or change in financial circumstances. Other times, a property owner passes away, and the heirs do not realize they are responsible for the taxes. In some cases, the change of inheritance and responsibility is so far removed from the original owner that no one even knows who is paying the taxes!

As part of our economic justice work, the Campbell County Branch of the NAACP has been working the last few years to help folks keep their family property. Every year, we obtain the 3-year tax delinquency list (available via FOIA) and identify properties in danger of auction. Our Political Action Committee researches the properties and makes efforts to contact the owner or their family to ensure folks know their property is delinquent. 

We also believe knowledge is power. Below, we have listed relevant phone numbers and websites so property owners can better stay on top of their tax obligations. We have also included links to relevant Virginia law and resources so you know your rights as a property owner. 

NOTE: We have done our best to ensure accurate information and have included links so you can read for yourself! When in doubt, call the Treasurer's Office!

Useful Contacts

Treasurer's Office
Manda Witkowski, Treasurer

Physical Address
85 Carden Lane
Rustburg, VA 24588

Mailing Address
P.O. Box 37
Rustburg, VA 24588

(434) 332-9590

https://www.campbellcountyva.gov/343/Treasurers-Office


County Attorney
F.E. "Tripp" Isenhour, II

County Address
47 Courthouse Lane, Suite A
Rustburg, VA 24588

Business Address
Caskie & Frost
2306 Atherholt Road
Lynchburg, VA 24501

(434) 846-2731

https://www.co.campbell.va.us/605/County-Legal-Counsel

Tax F.A.Q.

Twice a year, Campbell County sends out a bill for real estate taxes. This notice may come directly to you or to your mortgage company (if they pay your taxes out of escrow). 

You can also look up your property online in the Tax Inquiry form on the Treasurer's Office page (click here). Click the "Real Estate Tax" option and then click "Name." Enter your last name and then first name with no comma. On the results page, you should see all property under that name in Campbell County. Click the "Select" button on the property you wish to view. The total tax due will be at the bottom of that page. Please note that if your property has multiple parcels, there are separate tax bills for each one!
Yes! You can visit the Treasurer's Office page (click here) to make a payment. Click the "TAX/Other Payments" option. This should take you to official Campbell County payment page on Xpress-pay/Elavon. Then, select "Real Estate Tax payment" from the drop-down menu and click "Next." 

From here, you will need the relevant account number(s) and the amount you owe. You can find that on your tax bill or on the Online Lookup (click here). If you want to pay on multiple accounts, enter the account numbers separated by commas. Put the total amount you wish to pay in the "Amount" box. Follow on-screen instructions to add your payment method and submit your payment.

Please note that all online payments have a 2.65% processing fee because it is a third-party processor.
Don't wait until your property is in danger of auction to take action! The best thing you can do is pay all outstanding taxes and fees as soon as possible. You can pay your bill online (click here), by bringing your payment to the Treasurer's Office at 85 Carden Lane in Rustburg, VA, or mailing it to P.O. Box 37, Rustburg, VA 24588. Be sure to confirm the payoff amount with the Treasurer prior to submitting payment!

If you aren't able to pay all at once, don't give up! In most cases, the Treasurer can offer payment plans of up to 72 months in order to pay off outstanding taxes, fees, and interest (VA Code § 58.1-3965).
You can pay in person by taking your cash or check to the Treasurer's Office at 85 Carden Lane in Rustburg. The office is open 8:30AM - 5:00PM Monday through Friday. You can also drop it off in the dropbox outside of the entrance to the Citizen Services Building. Be sure to include the account numbers you are paying on so your payment can be credited correctly! If dropping off on the due date, be sure to drop off by 5PM!

You can also mail in your payment. Payments must be postmarked on or before the due date so it may be helpful to have it postmarked at a postal location. To submit by mail, be sure to include your payment as well as account number(s) and send to:
Treasurer of Campbell County
PO Box 37
Rustburg, VA 24588

For complete instructions and additional info, visit the Treasurer's Office page (click here).
The Code of Virginia Title 58.1, Subtitle III, Chapters 32 and 39 contain information about real property taxes and the collection of local taxes. Click on a code section below to go to the relevant page on Virginia's Legislative Information System.Some sections of note:
  • § 58.1-3210  Exemption or deferral of taxes on property of certain elderly individuals and individuals with disabilities.
  • § 58.1-3219.5 Exemption from taxes on property for disabled veterans.
  • § 58.1-3965 When land may be sold for delinquent taxes; notice of sale; owner's right of redemption.
  • § 58.1-3970.2 When delinquent taxes may be deemed paid in full.
Please note this is simply a listing of relevant Virginia laws, not legal advice. When in doubt, call the Treasurer's Office!