Online Filing, Registration, & Payments

To make your local taxes and payments easier, the City of University Place, Washington has partnered with Localgov. This service facilitates secure and convenient online filings and payments. Now you can submit, pay and manage your tax filings from the comfort of your home or business, save time, and avoid late fees.

 Starting August 5th, 2025 the following City forms are available to submit on Localgov:

• Admission Tax Return Form (Monthly)
• Gambling Tax Return Form (Monthly)
• Utility Tax Form (Annual, Monthly, Quarterly)
• Franchise Fees Tax Form (Monthly, Quarterly)

 Localgov offers taxpayers in our community significant advantages, such as:

• Automatic calculation of taxes and fees owed.
• Secure processing that keeps your data safe.
• Multiple payment options, including ACH/EFT drafts, credit and debit card payments.
• Payments can be made when you have time—not only during government hours.
• No need for paper forms, envelopes, checks, or stamps.
• Help is available when you need it.

Helpful Resources to Get Started:

• Set up your online account here: https://tax.localgov.org/login. It takes just a few minutes to get started, set up payments, and get current with your taxes. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact Localgov Customer Service at (877) 842-3037 or service@localgov.org.
• Schedule a trainingwith Localgov Customer Service and we’ll walk you through how to register and submit your first filing: https://www.localgov.org/training
• Bookmark the Localgov Help Center: service.localgov.org/knowledge
• Need help submitting your forms on Localgov? Click on the links below to access some helpful resources.
  • How do I submit a form on Localgov?
  • Where do I find the form I need to submit on Localgov?         
  • How do I make a payment on Localgov?
  • How do I create a Localgov account?
  • How do I log into Localgov?

How to File Your Taxes on Localgov

First, add your business into your Localgov portal:

1. Sign into your Localgov account: https://tax.localgov.org/
2. Go to the “My Businesses” page.
3. Click the button “Add a Business.”
4. Search for the government name.
5. Search for your business by address or business name.
6. Select your business and click the button “Add Business.”
7. You will be redirected back to the Businesses list page.
8. To view your business details and required forms, click the magnifying glass icon next to your business name.

 Next, proceed to submit your tax filing on Localgov:

1. Sign into your Localgov account: https://tax.localgov.org/
2. Go to the “Submit Forms” page.
3. Search for the government name.
4. Select the tax form you are required to file. If you select the wrong form, you will receive an error message.
5. Fill out all required fields. The form on Localgov will automatically calculate the tax and fees due.