Q: When are property taxes due in Coshocton County for fiscal year 2025-2026?
A: Property taxes are due in two installments: first installment by June 1, 2026, and second installment by November 1, 2026. Payments postmarked by these dates avoid late penalties.
Q: What tax credits are available to homeowners in Coshocton County?
A: Common tax credits include the Homestead Credit (limits assessment increases for qualifying homeowners), Owner-Occupied Credit, and Senior/Disabled credits. All credits require separate applications filed with the County Auditor's office and are NOT automatic.
Q: How does the Homestead Credit work?
A: The Homestead Credit caps the increase in your property's assessed value for tax purposes, typically limiting annual increases to 10%. This credit does not reduce your market value but protects against large assessment increases. You must apply annually by the first Monday in June.
Q: How often are properties reassessed in Coshocton County?
A: Ohio requires counties to update property values every three years through reappraisal or statistical updates. Coshocton County follows this schedule, with full reappraisals conducted every six years and statistical updates in between.
Q: What penalties apply for late property tax payments?
A: Late payments incur penalties and interest charges. First installment payments received after June 1st accrue interest, as do second installments received after November 1st. Contact the County Treasurer at (740) 622-8681 for specific penalty rates.
Q: Can I pay my property taxes online?
A: Yes, Coshocton County typically offers online payment options through the County Treasurer's website. Contact the Treasurer's office for current online payment methods, accepted payment types, and any convenience fees that may apply.
Q: How do I appeal my property assessment?
A: Assessment appeals must be filed with the Coshocton County Board of Revision by March 31st following the tax lien date. You'll need evidence supporting your claim that the assessed value exceeds 35% of your property's true market value.
Q: Why do properties in the same neighborhood have different tax rates?
A: Tax rates vary within Coshocton County based on school district boundaries and special taxing districts (fire, library, parks, etc.) that serve each property. Even neighboring properties may be served by different combinations of these districts, resulting in different total millage rates.
Q: What happens if I don't pay my property taxes?
A: Unpaid property taxes become a lien against your property. After two years of delinquency, the county may begin foreclosure proceedings. It's important to contact the County Treasurer immediately if you're having difficulty paying to discuss possible payment arrangements.
Q: How are new construction and improvements assessed?
A: New construction and substantial improvements are typically assessed at the time of completion. The county assessor may issue supplemental tax bills for improvements made during the tax year, prorated for the remaining months of that tax year.
