Resident-How do I register a New Vehicle?

New Vehicle Registrations

Any new registrations need to be processed by whoever name is on the new paperwork. If the registrant(s) can't make it to the office due to scheduling conflicts or physically unable to, a notarized Power of Attorney Form (PDF) will need to be completed prior to processing the paperwork. Registration fees paid to the Town of Windham are based on the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) when the vehicle was new. The MSRP is taken from the “Red Book” published by National Market Reports. The same book is used state-wide, and all taxes are calculated from the same, state-regulated tables. Current year vehicles are taxed at $18/thousand for the first year. The rate is then reduced by $3/thousand per year until the vehicle is 6 years old. At that time, the rate remains at $3/thousand. The State registration fee is based on the gross vehicle weight (GVW) and the type of plate you have. You may calculate the estimated costs of your registration by visiting the EReg Services website.

The Town Clerk cannot register a new vehicle for less than 5 months, nor more than 16. A resident who comes to the office in July, and whose birthday falls in November would register for 5 months. The same registration processed in August would run for 16 months.