Boyle County, KY
frequently asked questions
If I want to open a business, do I need a business license and how much will it cost?
If your business is located within the city limits of Danville, the city of Danville requires you to have a license for a one-time fee of $25.00. You can access the City of Danville website at www.danvilleky.org/ and click on "applications/forms" to download instructions and a business license form. Boyle County requests that you register your business with the Tax Administrator, but a license is not required. However, if your business is located in Parksville, Perryville, or Junction City, you may need to check their requirements.
lf I am a Contractor or a Sub-Contractor do I have any fees?
If you are working in the County of Boyle or the City of Danville you are required to pay a Contractor's License Fee of $50.00 per year, due annually. Please contact building inspector, Rusty Cox, at 859-319-4742 to see if this applies to your business.
If my business is located within the city limits, do I withhold only city of Danville taxes for employees?
Employees working within the city of Danville are subject to the City of Danville AND Boyle County tax fees.
If my business is located in Boyle County, do I withhold only Boyle County taxes for employees?
Yes.
When are Quarterly Withholding Returns due?
End of 1st Qtr. - March 31st due on or before April 30th
End of 2nd Qtr.- June 30th due on or before July 31st
End of 3rd Qtr. - September 30th due on or before October 31st
End of 4th Qtr. - December 31st due on or before January 31st
If you are paying your Quarterly Withholding's annually, these are due by January 31st. You need to contact our office so we can set your account up for this, so you are not charged penalty and interest fees. FEDERAL EMPLOYEES ARE DUE BY FEBRUARY 28TH.
What is the withholding percentage for Boyle County and Danville on the Quarterly Return?
Boyle County withholding rate isl.25 % and the city of Danville is 1.90%. This is calculated on absolute gross wages before ANY deductions which includes salaries, commissions, or any other form of remuneration paid by an employer for services performed by an employee.
Am I subject to a penalty if my Quarterly Return is late and how is it calculated?
Returns must be postmarked on or before the due date. A minimum fee of$25.00 or 5% per month on the unpaid balance is charged (not to exceed 25%) for late returns. This fee is charged for BOTH Boyle County AND Danville.
Am I subject to interest charges if my Quarterly Return is late and how is it calculated?
A 1% per annum simple interest fee on the unpaid balance is charged for BOTH Boyle County AND Danville.
If I make a mistake and underpay on my Quarterly Return, how do I correct the return?
Tax form amendment requests are processed by the local jurisdiction upon request from the account holder. The GovOS support team is not authorized to amend returns.
Please email Boyle County at taxadmin@boylecountyky.gov requesting to file an amended return.
In the email please include: Account number and account name, Period you need to amend (i.e. June 2024 form due July 20th) ,If you overpaid or underpaid your original form, Brief explanation as to why the form needs to be amended
If you would like to follow up on your amendment request, please contact the Boyle County at taxadmin@boylecountyky.gov or call 859-238-1115.
If I make a mistake and overpay on my Quarterly Return, how do I correct the return?
Our office usually identifies any overpayment and notifies the taxpayer. We will most likely apply the overpayment to the next quarter or you may request a refund.
I need to close my account. What do I do?
Thank you for contacting the GovOS Support Team! Account closure requests are processed by the local jurisdiction upon request from the account holder. The GovOS support team is not authorized to directly close your account.
To close your account, please contact Boyle County at taxadmin@boylecountyky.gov.
Please include the following: Account number, Business Name, Closure Date, Reason you are closing the account
If you would like to follow up on your closure request once it has been sent, please contact the Boyle County at taxadmin@boylecountyky.gov.
If my business is located within the city limits, am I subject to only the City of Danville Annual License Fee?
No. Business conducted within the City of Danville is subject to the City of Danville AND Boyle County
License Fee. Boyle County wages and net profits are never less than the City of Danville
If my business is located in Boyle County, am I subject only to Boyle County Annual License Fee?
What is the Annual License Fee percentage for Boyle County and Danville?
Boyle County license fee is 1.25 % (Starting l/1/2020) and the city of Danville is 1.75%.
When is the Annual License Fee Return Due?
The return is due on or before April 15 for the calendar year or within 105 days of the end of your fiscal year. A copy of your federal tax return must be included with the Annual Return.
Am I subject to a penalty and interest charge if my Annual License Fee Return is late and how is it calculated?
Returns must be postmarked on or before the due date. If you have filed for Federal Extension and provide a
copy with your return, you are exempt from paying a penalty on your Annual Return. However, the interest fee still applies. A 1% per annum simple interest fee on the unpaid balance is charged for BOTH Boyle County AND Danville. If you did not file for Federal Extension, a minimum fee of$25.00 or 5% per month is charged (not to exceed 25%) for late returns. This fee is charged for BOTH Boyle County AND Danville.
Who should checks be made payable to?
Checks should be made payable to: Boyle County Tax Administrator
How do I obtain Quarterly Withholding and Annual License Fee Return Forms?
You can download forms on the Boyle County Website www.boyleky.com. If you are not able to do this you can call our office at 859-238-1100 EXT 115 OR 116, we will mail or email your forms to you.
Can I download blank forms from the Internet?
You can access the City of Danville website at www.danvilleky.org/ and click on "applications/forms" and select the form(s) you wish to download. You can also download forms on the Boyle County website at boyleky.com and click Tax Administrator and select the forms you need.
What is the Annual Reconciliation Form and when is it due?
The Annual Reconciliation Form is to reconcile license fee taxes withheld to the license fee taxes submitted to the Payroll Tax Administration Office. This form along with copies of your W-2 and W-3 Forms are due by 02/28.
Can I claim Net Operating Loss on the Annual License Fee Return?
No. Danville and Boyle County does not allow NOL to be claimed.
Is commercial rental property taxable?
YES
Is there a minimum annual fee for Boyle County net profits?
Yes. There is a minimum fee due to Boyle County starting with the 2024 taxes. If you have a loss, no profit or have a fee due less than $25, you will owe the minimum of $25 to Boyle County, per account.
What types of assistance can GovOS provide to me?
GovOS can assist you with all your system and account questions. Whether you have a question about your account or technical questions about how to do something in GovOS, please reach out to our support team. we can always reach out to the city on your behalf if we need their assistance with one of your questions. you can reach GovOS at blt.str.support@govos.com and by phone at (888) 751-1911.
Where are my tax forms? My action center is empty.
Your tax forms will be available on the 1st day of the month following the last day of the tax period. for example, the quarter 1 (January-March) tax forms will be available in your action center on April 1. If you do not see the forms you expected, simply contact GovOS support for assistance.
Can I manage multiple Accounts with one login?
Yes - to do so, click add accounts from your user login under manage your account(s). You will need your 6-digit account number and the GovOS activation code to connect to an existing property record.
Can an Account have more than one user?
Yes, each Account can have an unlimited number of users. Each user is required to provide the 6-digit account number and the GovOS activation code to be authorized to connect to an existing property record.
I did not receive, or I misplaced the letter with my activation code. What do I do?
Contact GovOS blt.str.support@govos.com or by phone at (888) 751-1911 for assistance. You will need to confirm account
details to be verified for the account. to protect the security on property accounts, you will need written (e-mail)
permission from a registered owner or officer of the property for us to provide you with a new activation code.
Can I file a zero-file tax return through GovOS?
To file a zero-file tax form, select your tax form from your action center. Then, complete the required information on the remittance, including gross rents and any deductions. You will be prompted to confirm your desire to complete the return as a zero-file return.
What payment types are accepted by the city through GovOS?
The city accepts ach debit(e-check) as well as Mastercard and VISA.
Can I schedule a payment in GovOS?
For your security, GovOS does not store any payment information in the system. You will need to enter your desired payment information each time you check out.
How do I change the user on a Account?
All users need to register, just as you did, by going to the home page for that jurisdiction (i.e. https://boylecountyky.blt.govos.com). they will click on the "go" button under "new users". They will also need the 6-digit account number and activation code for the property.
I forgot my password. What do I do?
From the log in page, click the "forgot your password" link and follow the instructions that will be e-mailed to the user's registered e-mail address.
Do I have to login to GovOS to see my alerts and reminders?
No. all alerts are e-mailed to your authenticated e-mail address. When you login to the system, you will also see any open alerts that need to be addressed in your action center.
for assistance, contact govos support
blt.str.support@govos.com
(888) 751-1911
When contacting support, be sure to include the jurisdiction (Boyle county, KY) and your account number in all emails or voicemails. This will help us assist you as promptly as possible. Thanks!
