Sumter County Board of Commissioners announce intent to opt out of Homestead Exemption - Americus Times-Recorder

Sumter County Board of Commissioners announce intent to opt out of Homestead Exemption - Americus Times-Recorder

The Sumter County Board of Commissioners today announces its intentions to seek public comment concerning opting out of the statewide adjusted base year ad valorem homestead exemption for Sumter County. This floating homestead exemptions based on that base year assessment if enacted would allow for increased exemptions to match the inflationary growth on homesteaded property in Sumter County. The County has decided to seek public comment on the …

City sets hearings to opt out of homestead exemption

The mayor and city council of the city of Blakely have joined the Early County Board of Education in providing notice of its intention for the City of Blakely to opt out of the adjusted base year ad v... Sorry! An active online subscription is required to access this content. Please login below or Subscribe today! Username or E-mail Password Remember Me     Forgot Password The post City sets hearings to opt out of homestead exemption firs…

Residents weigh in on Carroll BOE opt out

Several Carroll County residents spoke at Carroll County School’s first public hearing on House Bill 581 — the new homestead exemption tax law — with strong opinions on both sides

Gainesville to opt out of HB 581 after three public hearings

The city of Gainesville could potentially opt out of House Bill (HB) 581, which relates to the statewide adjusted base year ad valorem homestead exemption. City officials say the decision is intended to simplify the assessment process and alleviate administrative burdens.  “We have all worked together to ensure we are providing our citizens with the most clear and straightforward course of action,” Gainesville City Manager Bryan Lackey said. “Th…

Homestead exemption approved by City of Pembroke

At its January council meeting, the City of Pembroke approved a resolution to opt-in to a recently passed bill that would bring property tax relief to residents. State House Bill 581, which took effect on January 1, is a property tax reform bill known for its floating homestead exemption which aims to limit how much property taxes increase when home values rise.