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How do I register to pay my Huntsville taxes? Simply complete a Tax Registration Form and submit it to the Finance Department. You may fax the form to (256)427-5064 or email it to FinanceTax@HuntsvilleAL.Gov. Once your new tax account is established, you'll receive a confirmation letter and/or email with your account details and filing requirements.

Where can I find my Local Jurisdiction ID number? Your account number appears on your City business license or tax account confirmation letter.

What records must I maintain for business transactions? All entities with a city business license are legally required to maintain records showing all transactions subject to city privilege licenses and taxes. This includes:

• All business income (cash, check, credit or property)
• Customer invoices showing product delivery locations and taxes collected
• Customer tax exemption documentation when applicable
• Complete banking activities
• All business purchases (cash, check, credit or property)
• Vendor invoices
• Payroll records
• Real and personal property ownership documentation

Failure to maintain proper records or make them available upon request constitutes a misdemeanor offense. Cash-based retail businesses are especially encouraged to establish thorough record-keeping procedures to avoid penalties.

What taxes must I file with the city? The City of Huntsville administers Sales Tax, Consumer's Use Tax, Seller's Use Tax, Renting and Leasing Tax, Lodgings Tax, Gasoline Tax, Liquor Tax, Tobacco Tax, and Wholesale Wine Tax. Businesses and individuals conducting transactions in Huntsville must report and pay applicable taxes directly to the city.

What is Consumer's Use Tax and does it apply to me? Use tax is often the most confusing tax category but applies to virtually all residents and businesses to some degree. Use tax becomes due when you purchase taxable goods without paying tax to the seller. This commonly occurs with out-of-state or online purchases. Generally, if you would pay sales tax on an item purchased within Huntsville, but buy it elsewhere without paying local sales tax, you likely owe use tax to the city.

How frequently should I file city taxes? Most taxes are filed monthly, though sales, use and rental taxes may qualify for quarterly or annual filing depending on your business activity. Contact the Finance Department for guidance on your specific situation.

Is there a discount for timely tax filing and payment? Yes. A discount applies if taxes are paid before the 20th day of the month they're due. The sales tax discount is 5% on the first $100 of tax due, and 2% on all tax over $100, with a maximum monthly discount of $400.