Tax Collector & BMV Agent
Property Taxes
Tax Billing Schedule
The Town of Industry’s fiscal year runs from January through December. Property taxes are generally committed and tax bills are mailed in August each year.
Lien Process
If taxes remain unpaid, a 30-day lien notice is typically mailed in mid-June. Liens are then recorded at the Franklin County Registry of Deeds approximately 30 days later, usually in mid-July.
Under Maine law, the lien matures into foreclosure 18 months from the date the lien is recorded if the taxes remain unpaid.
Online Tax Payments
Current property taxes may be paid online using a credit or debit card through the State of Maine’s secure payment portal.
Please note that a 2.5% service fee applies to all card payments, including online and in-office transactions.
For more information regarding the property tax process or an address change for your tax bill, please contact the Town Office.
Motor Vehicle Registrations
Please bring:
- Title application or title (if model year is 25 years old or newer)
- Proof of insurance
- Effective date
- Expiration date
- VIN number
- Bill of sale
- Current mileage
Please bring:
- Last year’s registration
- Proof of insurance
- Effective date
- Expiration date
- VIN number
- Current mileage
Please bring:
- Prior town registration
- Proof of insurance
- Effective date
- Expiration date
- VIN number
- Current mileage
Please bring:
- Registration from the state you are moving from
- Proof of insurance
- Effective date
- Expiration date
- VIN number
- Title or lienholder* name (we will also need their address, city, state and zip code)
- Current mileage
* Leased vehicles: Person(s) on the lease will need to provide a copy of their original lease agreement.
Motor Vehicle Excise
How Excise Tax Is Determined
In Maine, motor vehicle excise tax is based on the vehicle’s Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) when sold new, not the purchase price paid by the owner.
Because of this, Maine law requires that newly registered automobiles, SUVs, vans, and light trucks include the original Monroney Label (window sticker) at the time of first registration.
Heavy trucks registered over 26,000 pounds are taxed differently and are based on the purchase price.
Excise Tax Rate Schedule
| Vehicle Age | Rate |
|---|---|
| First Year | 24 mils per $1,000 |
| Second Year | 17.5 mils per $1,000 |
| Third Year | 13.5 mils per $1,000 |
| Fourth Year | 10 mils per $1,000 |
| Fifth Year | 6.5 mils per $1,000 |
| Sixth Year & Older | 4 mils per $1,000 |
Estimating Your Excise Tax
To estimate a first-year excise tax, subtract the destination charges from the original sticker price, then multiply the remaining amount by 0.024.
Recreational Vehicle Registrations
The Town Office processes registrations for boats, snomobiles, and ATVs.
Please bring:
- Bill of Sale
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
The VIN must be included on the bill of sale.
Please bring:
- Last year’s registration
The Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife recommends bringing either:
- your previous registration,
- a photo of the VIN,
- or a photo of the registration sticker
to help ensure the correct vehicle is renewed.
Re-registrations may also be completed online through the State of Maine:
Table of Contents
Staff & Roles
Angel Davis, CCM
Tax Collector
Lori Russell
Deputy Tax Collector
Contact
1033 Industry Road
Industry, ME 04938
Phone: 207-778-5050
Fax: 207-778-5502
