Lacombe County 2026 combined property assessments and tax notices mailed-out

Municipal property assessment and tax notices were mailed to Lacombe County ratepayers on May 1, 2026. Residents can expect to receive their combined 2026 property assessment and tax notices in the coming weeks. If you have not received your notice by June 1, 2026, please contact Lacombe County’s Assessment Department at 403-782-6601.

“We encourage ratepayers to be proactive and ensure they have received their assessment and tax notice from Lacombe County,” said Michael Minchin, Director of Corporate Services. “It is essential to review the notice promptly to confirm the information is correct and to address any concerns without delay.”

Important Tax Deadlines and Penalties

Property owners are required to pay their property taxes by August 31, 2026. Penalties will apply after this date, even if you have not received an official tax notice.

The assessment and tax notice are issued as a combined document. Please review the following key information carefully:

ASSESSMENT COMPLAINTS

• Property owners have 60 days from the Notice of Assessment date to file a complaint.
• The final complaint date is clearly identified on your notice.
•  A per parcel filing fee applies when submitting a complaint.
  • This fee will be refunded if the Assessment Review Board rules in favour of the complainant.

TAX PAYMENT DEADLINES AND PENALTIES

• Tax payment deadline: August 31, 2026
• A 6% penalty will be applied to all outstanding taxes starting September 1, 2026.
• An additional 10% penalty will be applied to all unpaid balances after November 30, 2026.

DON’T PROCRASTINATE

Lacombe County enforces a zero-tolerance policy for late payments.

• Didn’t receive your notice? Contact us immediately.
• Notice an error on your assessment? Contact us immediately.
• Have your notice? Pay promptly and avoid penalties.
• Prefer monthly payments? Enroll in the Tax Installment Payment Plan (TIPP).

“As with other online bill payments, processing delays may occur,” added Minchin. “Residents who plan to pay electronically should allow sufficient time to ensure payments are received by the County no later than the last business day in August to avoid penalties.”

If you have recently sold or purchased a property, please ensure that the property taxes are paid on time, even if you were not the registered owner or assessed person when the notices were mailed. New property owners may contact Lacombe County to request a copy of the property’s assessment and tax notice.

How to pay

All tax payments are payable to Lacombe County and must be received no later than August 31, 2026, unless enrolled in TIPP. Payment options include:

• By mail to: Lacombe County, RR3, Lacombe, AB T4L 2N3
  • Mailed payments must be postmarked by Canada Post no later than August 31, 2026. 
  • If the postmark is illegible or missing, the date of receipt by Lacombe County will apply.
• In Person: At the County Office (40403 Range Rd 274, Lacombe County, AB) during office hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). 
• Deposited in the envelope mailbox located at the road entrance to the County office 
  • Do not submit cash.
• Through Your Financial Institution: Payments can be made at most financial institutions through internet or telephone banking.
  • Available through most banks via internet or telephone banking.
  • Set up Lacombe County as a bill payee using your roll number.
  • Each roll number must be entered separately to prevent misapplied payments.
  • Funds must be received by August 31, 2026.
• Electronic funds transfer (EFT):
  •  Available to businesses only.
  • Please contact the County office for enrollment details.
  • Funds must be received by August 31, 2026.
• By Credit Card: 
  • Pay online at www.lacombecounty.com through OptionPay, a secure third‑party platform.
  • Service fees apply; Lacombe County does not receive any portion of these fees.
• Tax Installment Payment Plan: 
  • Participants enrolled in TIPP will see their monthly payments adjusted automatically to reflect the 2026 tax levy.

Note: Due dates and penalties outlined above do not apply to ratepayers enrolled in the Tax Installment Payment Plan (TIPP), which allows property taxes to be paid monthly. Enrollment forms are available at the Lacombe County Administration Office or online at www.lacombecounty.com.