Mobile Home Tax Information

• 2012 due date is July 23rd.
• There is approximately 5600 Mobile Home tax bills sent out in Lake County.
• Owners of the Mobile Home on January 1st of each year are responsible for the tax.
• Tax is calculated by multiplying the rate (based on the age of the Mobile Home) times the square footage.
• Payments not received on or before the due date are subject to a $25.00 per month penalty with a maximum of 4 months ($100.00).
• Delinquent Mobile Home owners/taxes could be published in the local newspaper and these taxes are subject to a tax sale.
• Certified funds are required on delinquent accounts.
• Each Mobile home park owner shall register each Mobile Home with the Lake County Treasurer within 30 days of placement or change of ownership.
• Before moving or selling Mobile Homes, the taxes must be paid to date. To obtain a clear title, you will need to file a Mobile Home Certification, which can be obtained at the Lake County Treasurer’s Office and then filed with the Illinois Secretary of States Office.
• Senior citizens and disabled persons should contact the Lake County Treasurer’s Office for possible exemptions.