Legal Definitions - taxing district

A taxing district is a geographical area that is designated for the purpose of levying and collecting taxes or assessments. It can be a whole state, county, city, or other smaller unit. The taxes or assessments are ratably apportioned and levied on the district's inhabitants.

• Assessment district: A municipal subdivision in which separate assessments of taxable property are made.
• Metropolitan district: A special district created by a state to provide unified administration of one or more common services, such as water supply or public transportation.
• Water district: A geographical subdivision created by a state or local government entity to provide the public with a water supply.

These examples illustrate how a taxing district can be created for different purposes, such as assessing property taxes, providing common services, or managing natural resources. The taxes or assessments collected from the inhabitants of the district are used to fund these services or projects.