Loudoun County VA Personal Property Tax: Pay, Bills & Lookup

Loudoun County, Virginia · Vehicle Tax · Bill Lookup · Payment · Relief

Find Your Vehicle Tax Bill, Check the Math and Pay Correctly

Loudoun County personal property tax usually affects cars, trucks, motorcycles and other vehicles located in the county. The useful part is not simply finding a payment button—you need to know whether the vehicle belongs on the account, whether the assessed value is reasonable, whether tax relief was applied and which balance is actually due.

This guide walks through the 2026 bill from lookup to payment, explains the $3.09 vehicle rate and 41% state tax relief, shows what to do after a move or sale, and gives practical routes for late bills, proration, assessment appeals, e-billing, senior or disability relief and incorporated-town charges.

Do not pay a bill you already know is wrong without checking why. A wrong vehicle, old ownership record, incorrect location, missing tax relief or valuation issue usually belongs with the Commissioner of the Revenue, while the Treasurer handles the billed balance and payment. Paying does not correct the underlying vehicle record.

Quick answer: what matters right now in 2026

The first regular personal property tax installment was due May 5, 2026. The next regular vehicle-tax installment is due October 5, 2026. If the May bill remains unpaid, verify the live balance before paying because statutory penalty and interest may already have been added.

2026 vehicle rate $3.09 per $100 for most cars, trucks and motorcycles.
2026 PPTR 41% relief on tax attributable to the first $20,000 for qualifying vehicles.
May installment May 5, 2026 · passed.
Next regular due date October 5, 2026.
First-time vehicle relief September 1, 2026 deadline for qualifying older or disabled residents.
Treasurer Bill/payment help: 703-777-0280.
Commissioner Vehicle record/value help: 703-777-0260.
Collections Financial-hardship help: 703-771-5656.
Online eCheck No county payment fee.
County license fee Reduced to $0 effective January 1, 2025; some towns may still levy a fee.

If the account itself is correct and you simply need to pay, use the Treasurer’s official payment portal. It supports one-time payments; the county says the one-time payment route requires the account number from the tax bill.

Most important distinction

Commissioner fixes the vehicle record; Treasurer handles the bill and money

Commissioner of the Revenue

703-777-0260

Use this office for:

  • Vehicle assessed value
  • Wrong make, model or year
  • Wrong ownership
  • Vehicle added or removed
  • Move into or out of Loudoun
  • Sale, trade, donation or total loss
  • PPTR eligibility
  • Assessment appeal
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Treasurer’s Office

703-777-0280

Use this office for:

  • Tax bill lookup
  • Amount currently due
  • Payment posting
  • Payment history
  • Missing bill
  • E-billing
  • Penalty and interest
  • Payment and collection questions
Fast rule: if the facts behind the bill are wrong, start with the Commissioner. If the facts are correct but you need the balance, receipt or payment status, start with the Treasurer.
Bill and account lookup

How to look up a Loudoun County personal property tax bill

Identify whether you need a payment account or a vehicle record Use the Treasurer portal for payment balances and history. Use Commissioner vehicle services for vehicle registration, location or assessment changes.
Find the tax-account number For a one-time portal payment, have the account number from the current paper bill available.
Open the official Treasurer payment portal Choose the one-time payment option when you do not want to create a portal account.
Confirm the account before entering payment information Check the taxpayer name, vehicle or property description and amount due.
Check the payment history when a payment appears missing The county portal supports personal property tax payment-history review.
Save the confirmation number The payment portal provides confirmation after payment. Keep it with the bill until the account shows the payment.

What to check on the bill before paying

Correct taxpayer name
Correct vehicle
Correct ownership period
Correct Loudoun situs/location
Correct assessed value
PPTR relief shown when eligible
County/town lines make sense
Prior payments are credited
Penalty is expected if late
Amount due matches portal
Vehicle appears that you no longer own? Do not assume paying the bill will remove it. Report the disposal to both the Virginia DMV and Loudoun County Commissioner of the Revenue.
2026 tax calendar

Regular and supplemental personal property tax due dates

Regular first half May 5, 2026

January 1–June 30 vehicle-tax period. Due date has passed.

Supplemental December 5

Can apply to property that becomes taxable later in the year.

Later supplemental February 5

Another possible due date for vehicles becoming taxable later.

Do not assume every new vehicle waits until October. Loudoun County specifically publishes December 5 and February 5 due dates for vehicles that become taxable later in the year.
Payment workflow

Pay online, by phone, in person or by check

01
Online eCheck

Use bank routing and account numbers.

No county eCheck fee.

First use of a bank account may require account validation.

02
Credit / debit

Major cards are accepted.

Convenience fee applies.

Review the fee before final submission.

03
Telephone

2026 county notice lists:

1-833-894-1011

Available 24 hours a day.

04
In person / check

Leesburg and Sterling offices accept payments.

Checks should be payable to County of Loudoun.

Online payment micro-steps

Open the Loudoun PayMyBill page It redirects to the county’s payment processor.
Select “Make One Time Payment” if appropriate The county portal says you can pay without registering.
Enter the account number from the tax bill Do not guess from a vehicle VIN or DMV registration number.
Verify the tax account displayed Confirm the correct taxpayer and amount before choosing a payment method.
Choose eCheck or card eCheck has no fee; credit-card payments carry a convenience fee.
Review the date and amount carefully Particularly important when penalties or multiple installments appear.
Submit and save the confirmation The portal says payments made before midnight generally post the next day; after midnight they may post within 48 hours.
Scheduled-maintenance warning: Loudoun County publishes regular system maintenance Wednesday from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. and notes possible short weekday interruptions between 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. If the portal fails during one of those windows, retry outside the maintenance period.
Mail-address caution: Loudoun’s general payment-options page currently lists Treasurer mailed-check payments to P.O. Box 347, Leesburg, VA 20178, while its April 2026 deadline notice listed a separate tax-payment mailing address. For a mailed tax payment, use the address printed on the current bill or confirm it with the Treasurer before sending the check.
2026 vehicle-tax math

How Loudoun calculates a typical vehicle personal property tax

Base calculation

Vehicle value Assessment determined by Commissioner
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÷ 100 × $3.09 2026 rate for most vehicles
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Subtract relief 41% PPTR where eligible
Official example: $8,000 vehicle

Base tax: ($3.09 ÷ 100) × $8,000 = $247.20

41% PPTR: $101.35

$145.85

Official example annual tax after PPTR.

Official example: $30,000 vehicle

Base tax: $927.00

Relief applies only to tax on the first $20,000.

PPTR: $253.38

$673.62

Official example annual tax after PPTR.

Why a $30,000 vehicle does not get 41% off the entire tax: Virginia PPTR is limited to the tax attributable to the first $20,000 of assessed value for qualifying vehicles.
2026 valuation changes

Your vehicle value can change even when you did not buy or sell it

Loudoun uses recognized vehicle-pricing guides and assessment schedules. Beginning January 1, 2026, the county changed the valuation method for several types of personal property, which can affect the assessed value appearing on the bill.

Most cars, trucks, vans & SUVs J.D. Power primarily

Most continue to use the J.D. Power Official Used Car Guide.

Newer vehicles not in guide MSRP schedule

2026 and subsequent: 95% of MSRP.

2025 model year: 90%.

2024: 80%.

2023: 70%.

Other vehicle classes New 2026 guides

Boats: ABOS Marine Blue Book.

RVs/travel trailers: J.D. Power.

Motorcycles: J.D. Power Clean Trade-in.

Heavy trucks: J.D. Power Loan value.

Condition assumption: Loudoun states that vehicles are assessed assuming average/fair condition for their age. That is why unusually high mileage, serious unrepaired damage or a major mechanical defect can become relevant in an assessment review.
Late tax and collections

If the May 5 bill is still unpaid, verify the balance before paying

After due date

10% late-payment penalty.

Interest is charged at 10% per year on unpaid tax and late-payment penalties.

More than 60 days

An additional 15% penalty applies to qualifying unpaid personal property taxes.

Still unresolved

Do not estimate the payoff yourself. Obtain the live amount from the Treasurer or payment portal.

As of August 11, 2026: an unpaid May 5 installment is already more than 60 calendar days past its original due date. The live balance may therefore be materially different from the amount printed on the original bill.

Financial hardship

Loudoun County’s 2026 notice specifically directs taxpayers experiencing financial hardship to the Treasurer’s Collections Team at 703-771-5656. Contact the team before assuming there is no way to discuss the delinquent account.
Late-tax call script “I am calling about personal property tax account [account number] for vehicle [year/make/model]. The May 5 installment is unpaid. Can you give me the current payoff amount, including penalty and interest, and tell me whether the account is eligible for any collection assistance?”
New resident or new vehicle

Two registration clocks can apply: DMV and Loudoun County

Virginia DMV: 30 days

Loudoun says owners generally must register with the Virginia DMV and display Virginia plates within 30 days of purchasing or bringing a vehicle into Virginia.

Loudoun Commissioner: 60 days

Declare the vehicle with the Commissioner of the Revenue within 60 days after moving it to Loudoun County or an incorporated town.

Possible penalties when the record is not updated

Published Loudoun vehicle-registration consequences
Problem
Published consequence
Best next action
Vehicle not declared within 60 days
10% late-filing penalty on tax before relief, applied to both annual installments.
Register/update with Commissioner immediately.
Out-of-state plates when Virginia plates are required
$100 annual out-of-state license tax.
Resolve Virginia registration status.
Vehicle not registered with DMV within 60 days after Virginia residency
$250 annual unregistered-vehicle penalty.
Contact DMV and Commissioner.
Military exception: active-duty military personnel stationed in Virginia and spouses living with them may qualify for Virginia-registration exemptions. Do not assume the exemption applies to every family member or every tax obligation.
Sold, traded, totaled or moved

Update both DMV and Loudoun—one update does not replace the other

Report the vehicle disposition to Virginia DMV Do this when the vehicle was sold, donated, traded or totaled.
Update the Loudoun Commissioner of the Revenue Report the move, sale, disposal or change in where the vehicle is normally located.
Provide supporting documentation when requested Keep a bill of sale, trade document, insurance-total-loss paperwork or registration in the new jurisdiction.
Check whether proration applies A move or sale does not automatically produce the same tax result in every situation.
Review the updated account Confirm the vehicle is removed or the taxable period is corrected.
Check for a credit or refund when appropriate The outcome depends on the new locality, registration status and proration rules.
Vehicle-removal call script “Vehicle [year/make/model/VIN last four] was [sold/traded/totaled/moved] on [date]. I already updated [DMV/new state]. What documentation do you need to correct the Loudoun tax account and determine whether the tax should be prorated?”
Partial-year vehicle tax

Proration depends on where the vehicle came from or went

Loudoun prorates many taxable vehicles using full-month increments. If a vehicle has situs in Loudoun for more than half of a month, the taxpayer is generally liable for that full month’s portion.

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How common move situations affect Loudoun proration
Situation
Typical Loudoun treatment
What to provide
Move out to another Virginia locality that prorates
Loudoun may prorate and a refund may be available for the remaining part of the year.
Proof of registration/taxable situs in new locality.
Move to a Virginia locality that does not prorate
Loudoun says the taxpayer remains responsible for the full year’s Loudoun tax.
New locality information; ask Commissioner to confirm treatment.
Move to another state
Virginia registration can keep the vehicle taxable until it is registered elsewhere or no longer actively registered in Virginia.
New-state registration or proof Virginia registration ended.
Move into Loudoun from out of state
Loudoun generally prorates based on months remaining in the year.
Prior location and date vehicle became taxable in Loudoun.
Move in from Virginia locality that does not prorate
Loudoun says it will not tax the vehicle for the calendar year in which tax was paid to that locality.
Evidence of the prior locality and tax status.
Not everything is prorated. Loudoun states that airplanes, mobile homes and business personal property are not prorated. Proration generally applies to vehicles, boats, trailers, campers, motorcycles and motorized recreational vehicles.
Assessment review

Appeal the vehicle’s condition or facts—not normal wear and tear

Unusually high mileage

Can support review when mileage was unusually high as of January 1.

Unrepaired body damage

Substantial unrepaired damage existing as of January 1 can support review.

Serious mechanical defect

Major documented mechanical problems may support review.

Normal maintenance

Battery, belts, brakes, tires and ordinary wear are not the type of issues the county lists for a valuation reduction.

Tax bill feels high

A high tax amount by itself is not evidence that the vehicle’s assessed value is wrong.

Wrong make/model/year

Contact the Commissioner for an administrative correction rather than treating a simple record error as a formal valuation appeal.

Evidence for high mileage

State safety-inspection slip
Repair receipt showing mileage
Document identifying the vehicle
Mileage dated on or before January 1

Evidence for serious damage or defect

Detailed insurance adjuster or auto-appraiser estimate
Vehicle clearly identified
Business letterhead
Appraiser name, address and phone
Signature
Evidence condition existed January 1
Paying and appealing are separate. Loudoun explicitly states that filing an appeal does not delay the tax due date. If the assessment is later reduced and other taxes are current, a refund may be issued.
Appeal deadline: the county states that an appeal must generally be submitted within three years from the last day of the tax year being appealed or one year from the assessment date, whichever is later.
Vehicle tax relief

PPTR and older/disabled tax relief are different programs

Virginia Personal Property Tax Relief

2026 percentage: 41%

Applies to tax attributable to the first $20,000 of qualifying vehicle value.

Qualifying vehicles worth $1,000 or less receive 100% relief.

Older Adult / Disability Vehicle Relief

Qualified Loudoun residents age 65+ or permanently and totally disabled may qualify for an alternative tax rate on one vehicle.

2026 published eligible rate: $1.50 per $100.

Basic PPTR eligibility check

Passenger car, motorcycle or qualifying pickup/panel truck
Generally 10,000 pounds gross weight or less
Owned or qualifying lease to an individual
Personal use
Business use 50% or less
Passenger registration requirements met

Common PPTR disqualifiers

More than 50% business mileage Vehicle generally does not qualify for PPTR.
More than 50% depreciation claimed as business expense Generally ineligible.
Vehicle cost expensed under IRS Section 179 Generally ineligible.
Business lease Generally does not qualify for the personal-use relief.
Gross weight over 10,000 pounds Normally not eligible under the ordinary PPTR vehicle definition.
Incorrect classification on bill Contact Personal Property staff at 703-777-0260 before assuming relief was calculated correctly.
Important upcoming deadline: Loudoun lists September 1, 2026 as the first-time vehicle tax-relief application deadline for qualifying older adults and permanently and totally disabled residents. Returning applicants had an April 1, 2026 deadline.
Tax-relief call script “I am checking relief for vehicle [year/make/model]. My bill shows [relief/no relief]. I want to confirm whether it qualifies for 2026 PPTR and whether I may also qualify for the older-adult or disability vehicle alternative rate.”
Incorporated towns

Why a Loudoun tax bill may contain a town line too

Loudoun County bills and collects personal property taxes for several incorporated towns. Where the county handles the town tax, the taxpayer receives a consolidated bill with county and town amounts displayed as separate line items.

Hamilton

Loudoun has handled personal property tax billing since January 1, 2022.

Leesburg

Loudoun has handled personal property tax billing since January 1, 2020.

Purcellville

Loudoun has handled personal property tax billing since January 1, 2022.

Round Hill

Loudoun has handled personal property tax billing since January 1, 2020.

Hillsboro

County table directs personal property tax questions to the town.

Lovettsville / Middleburg

The county table directs personal property tax questions to those towns rather than listing county collection.

When county and town taxes appear together: Loudoun says a single payment should be made to the county for taxes it collects on behalf of incorporated towns.
Vehicle-license-fee change: Loudoun County reduced its own annual motor-vehicle, motorcycle and truck licensing fee from $25 to $0 effective January 1, 2025. The county can still collect a vehicle license fee on behalf of an incorporated town that continues to levy one.
E-billing and missing bills

Do not rely on a paper bill arriving before the deadline

Register for e-billing

The Treasurer offers email tax notifications through its online system.

E-bill is a notification

The county says the email does not contain a traditional copy of the bill; it gives the due date and directions to log in.

No bill received?

Contact the Treasurer at 703-777-0280 rather than waiting past the deadline.

Deadline alerts: Loudoun also says residents can text TAXES to 888777 for tax-related notices. Message/data charges may apply.
Contact and visit guide

Who to call and where to go in Loudoun County

Loudoun personal property tax contacts
Office / service
Use it for
Phone
Important detail
Commissioner of the Revenue
Vehicle assessment, ownership, location, vehicle addition/removal, relief and appeals.
Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Treasurer
Bills, payments, payment history, missing bill, e-billing and balances.
Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Collections Team
Delinquent personal property tax and financial hardship.
Ask about the current account before making assumptions about collection options.
Tax Relief
Older adult/disability tax relief.
First-time vehicle-relief deadline: September 1, 2026.
Automated payment line
Telephone tax payment.
The April 2026 county notice lists the line as available 24 hours a day.

Leesburg and Sterling offices

Leesburg
Loudoun County Government Center
1 Harrison St. SE, First Floor
Leesburg, VA 20175

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Sterling
46000 Center Oak Plaza
Sterling, VA 20166

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Mailing addresses

Commissioner of the Revenue
P.O. Box 8000
Leesburg, VA 20177-9804
Treasurer general mailing address
P.O. Box 347
Leesburg, VA 20178

For an actual tax-payment check, verify the mailing instructions printed on the current bill before mailing.

Universal tax call script “I am calling about personal property tax account [number] for vehicle [year/make/model]. My issue is [wrong vehicle/value/missing relief/move/sale/payment/late balance]. The bill shows [brief detail]. Which record or payment step should I complete next?”
Leesburg Government Center 1 Harrison St. SE, Leesburg, VA 20175
Sterling Office 46000 Center Oak Plaza, Sterling, VA 20166
Before you finish

Final personal property tax checklist

Correct vehicle appears on account
Sold vehicle has been reported to DMV
Sold/moved vehicle has been reported to Loudoun
Assessed value is reasonable
2026 PPTR appears when eligible
Town line item is understood
Current balance is checked before late payment
Payment method and fee are understood
Confirmation number is saved
October 5, 2026 deadline is noted
10 practical answers

Loudoun County personal property tax FAQs

How do I look up my Loudoun County personal property tax bill?

Use Loudoun County’s Treasurer payment portal for tax balances, payment history and payments. For vehicle assessment records, ownership changes, vehicle additions or removals, use the Commissioner of the Revenue’s vehicle services.

When are Loudoun County personal property taxes due in 2026?

Regular vehicle personal property tax installments are due May 5 and October 5. The May 5, 2026 installment has passed and the second regular installment is due October 5, 2026. Supplemental bills can have December 5 or February 5 due dates.

What is the Loudoun County vehicle personal property tax rate for 2026?

The 2026 rate for most automobiles, trucks and motorcycles is $3.09 per $100 of assessed value. Different property classes and qualifying relief programs can use different rates.

How much Virginia personal property tax relief does Loudoun County provide in 2026?

For 2026, the Personal Property Tax Relief percentage is 41% for qualifying personal-use vehicles and applies to the tax attributable to the first $20,000 of assessed value. Qualifying vehicles valued at $1,000 or less receive 100% relief.

Can I pay Loudoun County personal property tax online without a fee?

Loudoun County states that online eCheck payments have no fee. Credit-card payments are accepted but carry a convenience fee. The online portal provides a confirmation number after payment.

What happens if Loudoun County personal property tax is late?

Loudoun County’s 2026 notice states that payments after the due date incur a 10% late-payment penalty plus interest at 10% per year on unpaid tax and penalties. Taxes unpaid more than 60 calendar days after the original due date receive an additional 15% penalty plus interest.

How do I remove a sold vehicle from my Loudoun County tax account?

Report the sale, trade, donation or total loss to the Virginia DMV and also report the change to the Loudoun County Commissioner of the Revenue. Updating only one agency can leave incorrect information on the tax account.

Does Loudoun County prorate vehicle personal property tax?

Many vehicles, boats, trailers, campers and motorized recreation vehicles can be prorated based on the number of months they have taxable situs in Loudoun. Airplanes, mobile homes and business personal property are not prorated.

Can I appeal the assessed value of my vehicle in Loudoun County?

Yes. A review may be appropriate when the vehicle had unusually high mileage, unrepaired body damage or a serious mechanical defect as of January 1. An appeal does not postpone the tax payment deadline.

Who do I call about a wrong Loudoun County personal property tax bill?

For vehicle value, ownership, location, make, model, year or account-record changes, contact the Commissioner of the Revenue at 703-777-0260. For billing, payment, payment history or a missing bill, contact the Treasurer at 703-777-0280.

Information reviewed August 11, 2026: the 2026 personal property tax calendar, $3.09 standard vehicle rate, 41% PPTR percentage, tax-calculation examples, vehicle-registration requirements, 2026 assessment-method changes, payment methods, penalty rules, proration, appeals, senior/disability vehicle relief, town billing, office contacts and payment locations were checked against Loudoun County government sources.
Ohio Auditor Tools · Tax Year 2026

10 Ohio Property Tax Calculators & Auditor Tools

Built specifically for Ohio's 35% assessment ratio, current DTE forms, and 2026 Homestead, Owner-Occupancy, CAUV, Conveyance Fee, and Board of Revision rules. Every number reflects verified Ohio Department of Taxation amounts.

Homestead: $29,000 Enhanced Vet: $58,000 OAGI limit: $41,000 Assessment: 35% of market BOR filing: Free · DTE 1

Annual Tax Bill Estimator

OHIO

Applies Ohio's 35% assessment ratio plus your county's effective millage tier — the actual math your auditor uses.

Pick a county tier and enter your market value.

Homestead Reduction Calculator

DTE 105A

2026 Ohio Homestead: $29,000 general or $58,000 enhanced (100% disabled vet, KIA spouse). OAGI under $41,000 required for non-veteran applicants.

Pick your situation and enter your home value.

Owner-Occupancy & Non-Business Credits

DTE 105C

Every Ohio owner-occupied home qualifies for the 2.5% Owner-Occupancy Credit plus the automatic 10% Non-Business Credit. Most owners don't realize these stack.

Enter your annual tax to see both credit amounts.

Conveyance Fee Calculator

ORC 322

When you sell or transfer Ohio property, the auditor collects $1 state + up to $3 county per $1,000, plus $0.50 per parcel. Counties choose their rate.

Enter sale price and pick your county rate.

CAUV Agricultural Savings

DTE 109

Ohio's Current Agricultural Use Value cuts taxable value dramatically for farmland (10+ acres, or smaller with $2,500+ annual gross income).

Enter both market and CAUV values to see savings.

Mill Rate Converter

Ohio tax rates appear three ways on auditor sites: mills, percent, or dollars per $1,000. Convert between them instantly.

Enter a rate to see all three forms.

Parcel Number Cleaner

Ohio's 88 counties each format parcels differently — Franklin uses 010-123456-00, Cuyahoga uses 001-23-456, Hamilton uses 100-0001-0001-00. Auto-detects.

Paste any Ohio county parcel to format it.

35% Ratio Sanity Check

Ohio law sets taxable value at 35% of market value. If yours is significantly higher, you're a strong BOR appeal candidate.

Enter both values to compare against Ohio's 35% target.

BOR Appeal Savings

DTE 1

A successful Board of Revision complaint typically cuts your value 10–20%. Filing is free and stays in effect until the next reappraisal.

Enter your tax bill and reduction estimate.

BOR Deadline Countdown

MAR 31

Ohio's statutory Board of Revision filing deadline is March 31 for the prior tax year. Miss it and you wait until next year — no extensions.

Set your deadline to start the countdown.

Verify with the official Ohio source

These calculators use the verified 2026 Ohio Department of Taxation amounts and statutory rules. For your exact bill, exemption status, and county-specific deadlines, always confirm with your county auditor and the Ohio Revised Code:

Estimates use Ohio's 35% statutory assessment ratio and effective tax rate tiers averaged across major Ohio counties. Your actual bill depends on local school levies, voted millage, inside vs. outside millage splits, House Bill 920 reduction factors (HB 920), and special assessments. The 2026 Homestead general amount ($29,000) and enhanced amount ($58,000) reflect HB 187 inflation indexing — your county auditor's office may show slightly different transitional figures. Nothing here is legal or tax advice. CountyAuditors.org is an independent informational directory, not affiliated with any county government.

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