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What should I do if I didn't receive a tax bill?

You will need to obtain a duplicate tax bill. You may call (614)462-3438 or email your request to Ed_Leonard@franklincountyohio.gov.

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When are taxes due?

Taxes are due January 20th and June 20th unless these dates fall on a weekend or holiday. Then the bill will be due the next business day.

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How much are my taxes?

To obtain your tax amount you can call (614)462-3438 or check the Payment Status page.

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What is the value of my property?

You can obtain this information by checking the Auditor's website or by calling the Auditor's Office at (614)462-4663.

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Can I write a personal check for payment of taxes?

Yes, Checks should be made payable to FRANKLIN COUNTY TREASURER EDWARD LEONARD. Please include the district and parcel number on the check.

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What are my tax rates?

Find out about your tax rates here.

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What are Special Assessments?

To obtain information regarding tax related questions you can call (614)462-3438 or the Auditor's special assessment section at (614)462-3205.

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Can I get a paid receipt for taxes sent by mail?

Yes, please send a self-addressed, stamped envelope along with the treasurer's copy and taxpayer's copy of the bill and payment.

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Have my taxes been paid?

To find out if your taxes have been paid check the Payment Status page.

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Can taxes be paid in advance?

Taxes can be paid for the tax year of collection. You can also earn interest towards your future taxes. For more information on paying your taxes, see the section on Payments.

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Does the Treasurer have automatic payment deduction?

Yes. We offer an option to automatically deduct from taxpayers checking or savings account. For more information, go to Direct Debit .

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How do I make an address change?

Print, fill-out and send us the address change form. Please note that address changes must be made in writing. They can be mailed, faxed (614-221-8124) or emailed (Ed_Leonard@franklincountyohio.gov).

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How much of my taxes go to schools, etc.?

Our Taxation Division can provide this information. Please call (614)462-3438.

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Can I appeal the penalty amount?

Yes, though by law, penalties can only be forgiven in certain circumstances. For more information, see Penalty Forgiveness.

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I don't agree with the value that has been placed on my property. What can I do?

If you would like to file an appeal contesting the valuation of your property, please visit the Auditor's website to download the form or contact the Board of Revision at (614)462-3913, and you will be sent an appeal form. Upon receipt of your appeal form, the Board will notify you of your hearing date. In most cases, it is not necessary to have an attorney with you and the hearing will take less than an hour. Any information provided by you will be taken into account in reconsidering the appraised value of your property. The deadline for filing appeals is from December after the first half tax bill is mailed to March 31 each year.

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My name has changed/been misspelled on my tax bill.

For spelling errors, please contact the Auditor's office at (614)462-3253. A name change will require a new deed. Please Contact the County Recorder's office at (614)462-3930.

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How are taxes calculated?

The steps outlined below show how to calculate an estimate of your real estate taxes. The calculations used in the example are for a $100,000 home in the City of Columbus for tax year 2001. Full tax rates and reduction factors can be found on a tax rate sheet. Call 462-3053 to request a tax rate sheet.

1. Determine the assessed value
   FORMULA: (Appraised Value) x 35% = Assessed Value
   Example: $100,000 x .35 =$35,000


2. Calculate the adjusted tax
   FORMULA: (Assessed Value) x (Effective Rate) = Adjusted Tax 1,000
   Example: $35,000 x 48.388 = $1,693.58 1,000


3. Calculate the rollback credit amount
   FORMULA: (adjusted tax) x (rollback) = rollback credit
   Example: $1,693.58 x .125 = $211.70


4. Reduce the adjusted tax by the rollback credit amount
   FORMULA: (adjusted tax) - (rollback credit) = net annual tax
   Example:$1,693.58 - $211.70 = $1,481.88

Please remember that there are other credits, such as the Homestead reduction and the farm value reduction (C.A.U.V.), that may affect the net annual tax. If you have any questions regarding the eligibility requirements for either of these programs, please call the Auditor's office at 462-4663.

Please note: For a quick way of figuring your real estate taxes, please go to our Tax Estimator.