Welcome to the Franklin County Auditor Web site!
As Auditor, I am maintaining the integrity of this office and high quality service for the people of Franklin County. Every taxpayer should know that the Auditor’s Office will continue to ensure that their tax dollars are being spent wisely and with maximum benefit for our entire community.
Please feel free to use some of our interactive features on the upper right-hand corner of this page. For the upcoming election on Nov. 3, 2009, we are happy to provide taxpayers with a tax levy estimator that will allow people to see the estimated costs for 10 levies on November’s ballot. Find out more about the tax levy calculator here.
I am excited about leading the office into the next decade and will continue to provide efficient and responsive customer service for individuals, businesses, and countywide agencies.
Thank you for visiting our Web site and be sure to revisit for timely updates.
Welcome to the Franklin County Auditor website!
As Auditor, I will maintain the integrity of this office and its high quality of service to the people of Franklin County. Every taxpayer should know that the Auditor’s Office will continue to ensure that their tax dollars are being spent wisely and with maximum benefit for our entire community.
I am excited about leading the office into the next decade and will continue to provide efficient and responsive customer service for individuals, businesses, and county-wide agencies.
Thank you for visiting our website.
August 1 , 2009
This year’s audit of the County’s financial statements has been completed, and Franklin County's Annual Financial Reports for the year ending December 31, 2008 are now available. Click here to read the reports online, or to request copies.
June 1, 2009
Is it possible that you may have unclaimed funds held in your name? The County Auditor's Office offers an online search of currently held unclaimed funds. Monies held in the County Unclaimed Funds account include vendor payments, child support payments, restitution payments and jury fees.
If your name is listed, follow the instructions listed or contact us for assistance.
April 7, 2009
With the May 5 election approaching, property owners are reminded that they can view cost estimates for each tax levy appearing on the ballot. Based on each property's appraised value, the levy estimator shows the cost if approved, as well as the current cost for renewal or replacement levies.
April 1, 2009
They say that in the spring a young person's fancy turns to thoughts of . three-cubic-foot bags of mulch, bulk loads of topsoil and tons of patio brick!! I know it's not as poetic as the original version but here in the Franklin County Auditor's Office it's true. Read more...
March 12 , 2009
The deadline for filing property value complaints with the Board of Revision is March 31st. Please click here to access the form and other information.
January 27, 2009
I am pleased to announce that the Property Search program and the Auditor's GIS (Geographic Information System) program have now been combined and reconfigured for ease-of-use and added convenience.
New items have been added, such as the Area Sales Activity feature that provides local sale data for properties within a selected area. A new-look Property Summary offers added data, while the new Property Profile provides additional property attributes.
GIS maps offer a variety of data, including lot lines, lot dimensions, building footprints and flood zones. Customized theme maps and reports are also available.
January 6, 2009
The homestead application period is open the first Monday in January through the first Monday in June annually. Senior citizen and disabled homeowners who were eligible for the homestead exemption in 2008 and missed the June 2, 2008 deadline can apply for the homestead exemption for tax year 2009 and future years, as well as for a reduction in the 2008 taxes (to be credited later in 2009). (more info)
December 23 , 2008
THE NEW 2008 VALUE AND TAX INFORMATION IS NOW AVAILABLE ON LINE!
To find your property, simply click on PROPERTY SEARCH under our Quick Links at the right then select one of the search criteria. If you have any other questions, please contact our office at 614-462-4663 or email me.
December 10 , 2008
Notice to firewood buyers...Be sure you receive what you are paying for!
Click here for more details.
December 1 , 2008
Don't forget to purchase your 2009 dog license.
The renewal period begins Monday, December 1 st and continues through Monday, February 2 nd (since January 31st lands on a weekend); the fees double after that date. For your convenience, you may purchase the licenses online.
October 9 , 2008
"What will that levy cost me?"
Several issues will be decided in the upcoming November 4 General Election. Property owners can again see their monthly estimated costs for the proposed levies on our website.
To access the information, go to our Property Search. Search by name, address or parcel number. Once the parcel data appears, select the "levy info" tab on the left-hand side for the estimated costs of the levies that could affect your real estate taxbill.
Levy cost estimates can also be obtained by calling the Real Estate Hotline at 462-HOME.
September 24, 2008
STORM DAMAGED PROPERTIES COULD BE ELIGIBLE FOR TAX RELIEF
State law gives County Auditors the authority to reduce real estate values for properties that have been damaged or destroyed. A substantial reduction in property value will result in lower real estate taxes for the property.
You can download the application for a property value reduction. Timing is important, so please complete and submit the form as soon as possible. For additional information call (614) 462-HOME.
August 14, 2008
2008 TENTATIVE VALUES NOW AVAILABLE
The tentative results of the 2008 triennial update are available. Click on the link below to see your tentative value. Residential values have remained the same as 2005 unless changes were made to your property. Check out the Quick Links links to the right to see a complete list of site locations where you can meet with one of our appraisers or to view a PowerPoint presentation or a video that helps to explain the appraisal process. Also, read my column as it appeared in ThisWeek Newspaper.
July 31, 2008
SURPLUS DECLARED!
I am pleased to annouce that I have again declared a surplus in the Auditor's Real Estate Assessment fund. This action is the result of our cointinuing efforts to more efficiently and less expensively perform the appraisal and related duties requried of this office. Since 1994 I have surplused more than $27.35 million to schools, social service agenices, libraries, etc.
For a complete list of the recipients and total being refunded click here.
July 3, 2008
The Franklin County Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and the more focused Popular Annual Financial Report for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2007 are now available. Click here to view. The Government Finance Officers Association has given Franklin County an award for financial reporting for the last 24 consecutive years. We believe our financial reports continue to conform to the award program requirements and have submitted the current year reports to the GFOA.
June 12, 2008
Zero real estate tax increase for the next three years?!
Click here to read the article as it appeared in ThisWeek Newspaper.
May 8, 2008
Turning 65 in 2008? Don't forget to register for the homestead exemption credit on your real estate taxes. Applications for the 2008 tax year must be received in our office by June 2. All qualifying homeowners receive a flat $25,000 property tax exemption on the market value of their home. Click here for further information and an application.
Join the Operation Flag Committee on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26 at Pioneer Cemetery in Westerville for a rededication ceremony. Read the article that appeared in SNP Westerville. For more information on other Operation Flag projects, click here.
April 10, 2008
Does Ohio law give homeowners a real estate tax break in down market?
Read my column as it appears in ThisWeek Newspaper.
March 31, 2008
Residential Rental properties to be registered with the Auditor
All residential rental properties are to be registered with the Auditor.
Click here to see the notice or to register.
To see if a property has already been registered click here.
February 6, 2008
Several issues, including ten levies will be decided in the upcoming March 4 Primary Election. Property owners can again see their monthly estimated costs for the proposed levies on our website.
To access the information, go to the Property Search. Search by name, address or parcel number. Once the parcel data appears, select the Levy Info tab for information on ballot issues that affect your property.
Levy cost estimates can also be obtained by calling the Real Estate Hotline at 462-HOME.
January 25, 2008
January 31 is the deadline for renewing dog licenses. All dogs three months of age and older must be licensed and renewed annually. Licenses can easily be obtained through our website.
Click here for more details!
January 4, 2008
The homestead application period is open the first Monday in January through the first Monday in June annually. Senior citizen and disabled homeowners who were eligible for the homestead exemption in 2007 and missed the October 1 deadline can apply for the homestead exemption for tax year 2008 and future years, as well as for a reduction in the 2007 taxes (to be credited later in 2008). Check out our Homestead page for more information.
November 30 , 2007
Don't forget to purchase your 2008 dog license. The renewal period begins Saturday, December 1 st and continues until January 31 st ; fees double after that date. For your convenience, you may purchase the licenses online.
October 2 , 2007
Residential Rental properties to be registered with the Auditor
Effective October 1, 2007, all residential rental properties are to be registered with the Auditor. Click here to see the notice or to register.
June 8 , 2007
A few weeks ago, I alerted the Columbus Dispatch about House Bill 141 hoping they would agree with me that this kind of legislation represents an erosion of the public record and devalues our web site for the people of Franklin County . Click here to read the editorial published in the Dispatch.
May 9 , 2007
Springtime brings warmer weather and draws us and our pets outdoors which increases the risk of our four-legged friends straying away from their homes.
Our web site can help reunite lost dogs with their owners. The Dog E-Bulletin Board contains postings of local lost and found dogs, and a dog license look-up provides important information if you find a dog wearing its Franklin County license. Additional dog-license information is available by calling 462-3260.
March 27, 2007
Attention Homebuyers!
Our online property information, including the Auditor's market value and last sale data will save you time and help you in your search for that "perfect home." It's all available anytime you need it. To locate a property, click here.
March 8, 2007
In the spirit of National Weights and Measures Week, we participated in a recent Consumer Awareness Day at the Whitehall Wal-Mart.
For a good resource on a variety of tables of measure check out our Weights and Measures Guide.
January 22, 2007
The latest results are in. Our web site levy estimator proved to be right on the money in its estimates on property owner's costs of tax levies approved by the voters and collected in 2007. For a look at the numbers, click here
January 3, 2007
As we usher in 2007, don't forget that it is time to purchase your dog a new license! The renewal period is open until January 31; fees double after that date. For your convenience, you may purchase the licenses online.
