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Homestead Exemption | Portage County Auditor

449 South Meridian Street, 5th Floor, Portage County Administration Building, Ravenna, OH 44266

Barrier Free Restrooms|Wheelchair Accessible Building (ramps & main entrance doors).

Eligibility

Must the following eligibility requirements: - Own and occupy a home in Portage County as your principal place of residence as of January 1st of the current tax year. - Is at least 65 years old or will reach age or 65 during the current tax year; or - Is certified totally and permanently disabled as of January 1st of the current tax year, regardless of age; or - Is the surviving spouse of a current Homestead participant, and who was at least 59 years old on the date of their spouse’s death; - Military Veterans who have either received a total (100%) disability rating for service-connected disabilities, or received a total (100%) disability rating for compensation for service-connected disabilities based on a determination of individual unemployability. Additional Eligibility Requirements: - Must meet income eligibility. Visit website to determine the income limits for that application year. A means test applies for those who are age 65 or older, and those who are under the age of 65 who are permanently and totally disabled. A means test does not apply to eligible military Veterans.

Required documents

Completed application and other requested documents (varies by type of exemption).

Hours

Same as site hours.
https://www.portagecounty-oh.gov/auditor

Languages

None.

Application process

Call or visit the office or the website for information and an application.

Fees

No fee.

Service area

Portage County, Ohio

Description

Offers a tax reduction program which provides Portage County homeowners with relief on a portion of their home value. With homestead, eligible homeowners receive an exemption on a portion of appraised value from taxation for a single family home. Eligible military Veterans receive an additional exemption. Will answer questions and assist with completing forms regarding the reduction.

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Providing organization

Portage County Auditor

Provides a variety of taxpayer services to Portage County residents.