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Homestead Exemption Program | Lorain County Auditor

226 Middle Avenue, Suite 200, Lorain County Administration Building, Elyria, OH 44035

Eligibility
Must the following eligibility requirements:
  • Own and occupy a home in Lorain 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.
Required documents
Completed application and other requested documents (varies by type of exemption).
Hours
Same as site hours.
(440) 329-5222
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Languages
None.
Application process
  • Call the office for more information.
  • Visit the website to obtain an application.
Fees
No fee.
Service area
Lorain County, Ohio
Offers a tax reduction program which provides Lorain 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.
Last assured
10/08/2025
Providing organization
Lorain County Auditor
Administers the Homestead Exemption and Property Tax Rollback; registers owners of manufactured homes for tax purposes; as an agent for the Ohio Department of Taxation, is responsible for administering the Tangible Personal Property Tax laws; is the focal point in the county for issuance of licenses for dogs, kennels, vendors and cigarettes; responsible for Real Estate Appraisal and Assessment and is charged with the responsibility of insuring that all state laws relating to weights and measures are strictly enforced.