| Township Taxes | Due Date |
|---|---|
| Discount | 4/30 |
| Face Value | 6/30 |
| Last day to pay prior to turning over to tax claim | 12/31 |
Real Estate Tax Collector
Carol Schilinski
The Tax Collector is elected for a four-year term, collects Real Estate Taxes for the Township and the School District. She has hours at her home as noted on the tax bills (65 Verner Lane, Washington, PA 15301). Her office hours are 9 am – 1 pm Wednesdays with extended hours prior to discount periods. Phone calls are welcome at any time. Phone: 724-225-6270, Fax: 724-884-0117.
Tax Information
Pennsylvania legislators approve the taxation system for local governments. South Franklin Township has the following taxes, fees, etc. to provide funds to build and maintain roads and bridges; to build and maintain park and recreation facilities and to govern and administer state, county, and local mandates. New residents must register with the township office.
Tax on land, dwellings (mobile homes), in-ground pools, garages and accessory structures.
| Tax | Amount |
|---|---|
| South Franklin Township | 0.7 mills |
| Fire Tax | 0.3 mills |
| McGuffey School District | 12.35 mills |
| Washington County | 2.43 mills |
| Real Estate Transfer Tax (1/2 Twp., 1/2 School) | 1% |
Local Service Tax or LST (formerly known as EMST) – Act 7 of 2007 Amending Act 511 of 1965
LST is levied at a rate of $52.00 per year on individuals working in South Franklin Township (in actuality the Township only collects $47.00 per year because the school district opted out of their collection). This tax will be withheld at a rate of $1.00 per week by the employer and remitted to the Township on a quarterly basis.
The following individuals are exempt from LST taxation:
- Any person who is an honorably discharged veteran with 100% service-connected disability
- Any person on active duty
- Any person whose total earned income and net profits from all sources within the Township is less than $12,000 for the calendar year
Act 32 EIT Compliance for Self-Employed and Out-Of-State Employers
Keystone Collections Group (KeystoneCollects.com) serves as the Earned Income Tax and Local Services Tax Collector for South Franklin Township.
Take advantage of Keystone’s quick and easy online payment options for many taxes at KeystoneCollects.com/pay-file.
If you prefer to pay by mail, refer to Keystone’s mailing addresses.
QUESTIONS?
Visit KeystoneCollects.com for answers to your frequently asked questions.
Contact Keystone Collections Group Taxpayer Services online or at (866) 539-1100.
EARNED INCOME TAX (Current & Delinquent)
State law requires Pennsylvania residents with earned income, wages and/or net profits, to file an annual local earned income tax return and supply income and withholding documentation, such as a W-2. Even if you have employer withholding or are not expecting a refund, you must file an annual tax return.
If you are a Wage Earner/Salaried Employee
Pennsylvania employers are required by law to withhold earned income tax from all employees’ pay. Your employer must obtain and report certain information about your residence and your PA work location and withhold the correct amount of earned income tax.
Online filing is available at efile.KeystoneCollects.com
If you are Self-Employed or Employed Outside of PA
If you are self-employed, have earnings reported on Form 1099, or work outside of PA and your employer does not withhold your earned income tax, you must report your income and pay your tax quarterly.
Report and pay quarterly estimates online at efile.KeystoneCollects.com
If you are an Employer
You are required to withhold earned income tax from your employees’ compensation. Keystone’s Business Portal is the quickest way to report EIT withholding. You can file your quarterly payroll withholding online and pay online or by mail
Local Earned Income Tax Annual Final Return Form and Instructions
Tax forms and filing instructions are sent to resident taxpayers annually. Tax forms and instructions are available online at keystonecollects.com/form/annual-final-return/
LOCAL SERVICES TAX (Current & Delinquent)
Local Services Tax (LST) is imposed where the employee works, regardless of where the employee lives. The tax is assessed during each payroll period and is withheld proportionately for the number of payroll periods within the calendar year. Pennsylvania law requires employers to withhold and report employee LST. Quarterly payroll withholding and payment is due within 30 days after the close of the calendar quarter. First quarter payment is due to the Tax Officer on or before April 30.
Business payments can be remitted online at business.KeystoneCollects.com
Individuals remitting LST should access the Local Services Tax form
| Tax | Amount |
|---|---|
| Per Capita | $10.00 |
| Occupation | $10.00 |
| Municipal Lien Letter – Dye test required for all purchases including any resident system | $20.00/parcel |
| Tax Certification (Real Estate Tax Collector) | $10.00 |