Homestead Exemption Program | Lorain County Auditor
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.
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Physical Address
226 Middle Avenue, 2nd Floor, Lorain County Administration Building, Elyria, OH 44035
Hours
Same as site hours.
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Fax
(440) 329-5223
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Application process
- Call the office for more information. - Visit the website to obtain an application.
Fee
No fee.
Eligibility
Serves Lorain County residents that meet one of the following eligibility requirements: - Homeowner age 65 and over. - Homeowner under the age of 65, who is permanently and totally disabled. - Military Veterans who have either 1.) received a total (100%) disability rating for service-connected disabilities, or 2.) received a total (100%) disability rating for compensation for service-connected disabilities based on a determination of individual unemployability. - Homeowner already receiving the Homestead Exemption, who has recently changed residences in the State of Ohio. Additional Eligibility Requirements: - Must meet income eligibility. Call the office for the income limits for that application year. A means test applies for those who are age 65 or over, 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.
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None.
Service area
Lorain County, Ohio
Agency info
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.