Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 1 May 2013
84. Deputy Sean Fleming asked the Minister for Finance if he will ensure that the your guide to local property tax and how to pay and file document is amended to clarify that persons may pay by cheque and the completed LPT return with the cheque attached for the full amount can be sent to the LPT branch, PO Box 1, Limerick; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20607/13]
View answerThe Revenue Commissioners have made a wide range of payment options available, which means liable persons can choose a method of payment that suits their circumstances. The Local Property Tax (LPT) can be paid by way of phased payments or in full – for example, by way of a Single Debit Authority which is the equivalent of an electronic cheque. The Single Debit Authority option is available to all liable persons whether they complete the paper or electronic LPT Return. I am informed by the Revenue Commissioners that those who submit a paper LPT Return can also choose to pay their LPT liability by cheque. The LPT booklet accompanying the letters and LPT Returns that recently issued to liable persons explains on page 15 that payment of LPT can be made in full by cheque. Customers are instructed to include the cheque when submitting their Return to the LPT Branch, PO Box 1, Limerick. Further guidance for those who elect to pay their LPT liability by cheque is available on the Revenue website, including advice to customers to include their Property ID and PPSN on the back of cheque. I understand that some property owners have already paid in full by cheque.
I am satisfied that the Revenue Commissioners have put a significant amount of information into the public domain on payment options and both the LPT Return and booklet covers this in some detail. It is also open to any property owner who has a query on any aspect of the various payment options to call Revenue's dedicated LPT Helpline on 1890 200 255.
