Failure To File Local Earned Income Tax Return Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Failure to File notice?
A Failure to File Notice is sent to an individual who has failed to file their Local Earned Income Tax return.
Why did I receive a Failure to File notice?
Our records indicate that you have not filed a Local Earned Income Tax Return for the tax year stated on the notice.
A Local Earned Income Tax Return must be filed annually by April 15, (unless the 15th falls on a Saturday or Sunday then the due date becomes the next business day) for the preceding tax year.
Where do I mail my return?
Berkheimer Tax Administrator PO Box 913 Bangor, Pa. 18013-0913
What do I do if I previously filed a return with Berkheimer?
Please send a copy of your tax return with W 2 Form(s) and schedules attached along with the Failure to File notice to: Berkheimer Tax Administrator PO Box 913 Bangor, Pa. 18013-0913
What do I do if I previously filed a return with another tax collector?
Please send a copy of your tax return with W 2 Form(s) and schedules attached that were filed with the other tax collector along with the Failure to File notice to: Berkheimer Tax Administrator PO Box 913 Bangor, Pa. 18013-0913
What do I do if I only lived at my residence part of the year?
You are required to file a return for any period of time you were/are a resident of a municipality for which Berkheimer is the tax administrator. You are required to file for the period of time you lived in that municipality and prorate your income, expense, withholding, etc. Below is a formula you can use for prorating:
***Total years income / 12 months or 365 days X length of time living in Jurisdiction = Income taxable to that jurisdiction (same formula can be used for withheld and expenses)****
What documentation do I need to attach to this form?
You should submit documentation that sufficiently supports the amount reported on each line of your return, including but not limited to, W-2s, State business reporting schedules, expense schedules, etc. Photocopies are acceptable.
The $20.00 cost is a fee for not filing a Local Earned Income Tax return by the due date.
Can the 20.00 cost be deducted from my refund?
Yes, you can deduct the $20.00 cost from your refund if one is due.
How do I calculate my penalty and interest (P&I)?
P & I is assessed at the rate of 1% per month for each month after the original filing due date.
I had my taxes withheld. Why am I still required to file?
You are still required to file an annual tax return with your resident taxing jurisdiction even though local taxes are withheld by your employer so that Berkheimer can reconcile your total taxable income for the year with the quarterly taxes withheld and remitted by your employer.
How do I know what township I reside in and if Berkheimer is the collector?
If you need to locate the tax rate and the collector for your jurisdiction you may choose to visit the following website: http://munstatspa.dced.state.pa.us/MunicipalTaxInfo.aspx?H=1
** Please note this is not a Berkheimer website and we are not responsible for any content that may be accessed via this link.**
For additional Earned Income Tax final return information, click here.