Colchester, VT

When are taxes due?: Taxes are due in three installments:August 15th, November 15th, and March 15th. If the 15th falls on a weekend they are due on the following Monday.Property Taxes

▼
General Questions

1. What are the Town Office hours of business?: Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

2. How do I register to vote?: Voter registration is completed at the Town Clerks Office. See the Town Clerks section of the website for more information. Elections

3. When are taxes due?: Taxes are due in three installments:August 15th, November 15th, and March 15th. If the 15th falls on a weekend they are due on the following Monday. Property Taxes

4. Who do I speak with about my water/bill?: Water supply services in the Town of Colchester are provided by five distinct entities for water that are all separate from the Town. All water districts operate under different governmental structures, boards and bylaws.
You can find contact information and other details about the individual districts here - http://colchestervt.gov/502/Colchester-Water-Supply-Services

5. Where can I get my car seat fitted?: Contact Colchester Police (802-264-5555), Or Colchester Rescue (802-264-5590) to schedule an appointment for car seat fitting. Colchester Rescue

6. Who can remove a wild animal from my property?: Please contact the U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal Damage Control at 802-223-8690.

7. Is the water quality safe at the beach?: Water quality is tested regularly. Call the Parks & Recreation Department at 802-264-5640 for updated information or see this page - Water Quality Test Results

8. Can we have a campfire at our house?: Yes, if it is not greater than 30 inches in diameter you do not need a permit. For a larger burn, please contact the Colchester Police Department at 802-264-5556. You can read Section 7-14 of the Code of Ordinances at the link below.
Read More

9. Where can we get Great Escape or Six Flags tickets?: Discounted Great Escape and Six Flags New England tickets can be purchased through the Parks & Recreation Department. For more information, visit their webpage or call 802-264-5640. Please note: Cash or check are the only accepted forms of payment; credit cards are NOT accepted! visit their webpage

10. Where is the post office, and what is their phone number?: The U.S. Post Office is located at 218 Malletts Bay Avenue, and the phone number is 802-655-1376.

11. How do I register my dog?: Dog registration is completed through the Town Clerk's office. There is additional information on animal licenses in the Town Clerk section of the website. Animal Licensing

12. Does the Town pick up trash and recycling?: Colchester does not provide trash and recycling pick up. Residents and businesses can contract for private pick up or bring to Myers Recycling Center on Rathe Road in Colchester. Another option is the Solid Waste Districts numerous locations. Chittenden Solid Waste District

13. Is there a leash law?: Animals are required to be "under the control" of the owner (or a member of his/her immediate family or other agent) anywhere besides the owner's property; the exception is a recreation/bike path, which specifically requires a leash of up to 6 feet. In this context, "under the control" of the owner implies that the person exhibits control of the animal by command, and that the animal is prevented from "causing injury, damage, disturbance or annoyance to others." Leash Law / Animal Ordinances

14. Who do I call about a dead animal in the road?: Call the Colchester Police Department on the non-emergency line 802-264-5556, for animals located in the road or public right of way.