What is required to issue a Duplicate Tax Sale Certificate?

To issue a Duplicate Tax Sale Certificate, it is necessary to have a resolution from the governing body, an affidavit, and the applicable fee. The resolution is important as it formally authorizes the issuance of the duplicate certificate, indicating that the governing body acknowledges and approves this action. The affidavit serves as a sworn statement verifying the need for the duplicate, typically because the original certificate has been lost or destroyed. The fee is a standard requirement to cover administrative costs associated with processing the duplicate certificate.

Having all three elements ensures that the process is both legitimate and properly documented, providing a safeguard against potential fraudulent claims regarding lost or destroyed tax sale certificates. The requirement of a resolution, an affidavit, and a fee reflects the thorough and structured approach needed in public finance and management in New Jersey.