Homestead Exemption

Dear Homeowner, 

As your county auditor, I want to do all I can to assist everyone in understanding their Ohio property tax 

This page contains information about the Homestead Exemption Program. Applications for the program can be found here.

If you have additional questions, please call at 419-592-1956. If you would like to stop by the office, we are available Monday thru Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm. Our office is located at 660 N. Perry Street in Napoleon. 

If you know someone who might qualify for this program, please share this information with them.

  1. Who is eligible for the homestead exemption?
  2. What is meant by the term "permanently and totally disabled"?
  3. How do I show proof of age?
  4. When does the new Homestead Exemption start?
  5. What is the deadline to apply?
  6. Does the homestead exemption have an effect on other real estate tax reductions that I am presently receiving?
  7. I already receive the homestead exemption. Do I have to reapply to receive benefits under the new program?
  8. For estate planning purposes, I placed the title to my property in a trust. Can I still receive the homestead exemption?
  9. Will I have to apply every year to receive the homestead exemption?
  10. Where do I find the form to apply?