In light of the approaching July 31 payment deadline in Lucas County for second-half property taxes, and the economic consequences of COVID-19, Lucas County Treasurer Lindsay Webb is notifying those facing late payment of available resources to avoid penalties and interest. While property owners are always encouraged to pay what they can, Treasurer Webb has taken steps to ensure businesses and others in particular need of assistance are able to seek relief through the tools offered through her office.
Treasurer Webb directs those who have up to this point been current on their property tax payments, and need extra time to pay, to request penalty remission. Through this process the property owner applies for waiver of penalty and interest at the time they become able to make their payment. Applicants with good payment history and facing hardship are usually approved, and the impacts of COVID-19 will be a central consideration in review by the Treasurer’s office. These requests are addressed on a case by case basis and effectively work as an extension for approved applicants.
For those already behind on payment of their property taxes, the Treasurer’s office offers installment payment plans. The office has always offered payment plans to protect from penalties and interest for delinquent taxes on primary residences. However, in recognition of the pandemic’s continued impact, Treasurer Webb has broadened this policy to other property types including commercial properties through 2020. Standard terms include a 20 percent down payment with installments over 24 months, but a larger down payment can be made to reduce the monthly installment amounts.
Treasurer Webb encourages those facing the possibility of late payment on Lucas County second-half property taxes to discuss their options with her office by contacting Mark Austin at 419-213-4602 or maustin@co.lucas.oh.us to discuss their options.
Also, with the approaching July 10 payment deadline in Wood County for second-half property taxes, Wood County Treasurer Jane Spoerl has also expressed to the Chamber her willingness to use the tools within her office to assist property owners facing late payment amid the pandemic. Wood County property owners needing assistance are encouraged to contact Treasurer Spoerl directly at 419-354-9130 or cntytreasurer@co.wood.oh.us.
For those already behind on payment of their property taxes, the Treasurer’s office offers installment payment plans. The office has always offered payment plans to protect from penalties and interest for delinquent taxes on primary residences. However, in recognition of the pandemic’s continued impact, Treasurer Webb has broadened this policy to other property types including commercial properties through 2020. Standard terms include a 20 percent down payment with installments over 24 months, but a larger down payment can be made to reduce the monthly installment amounts.
Treasurer Webb encourages those facing the possibility of late payment on Lucas County second-half property taxes to discuss their options with her office by contacting Mark Austin at 419-213-4602 or maustin@co.lucas.oh.us to discuss their options.
Also, with the approaching July 10 payment deadline in Wood County for second-half property taxes, Wood County Treasurer Jane Spoerl has also expressed to the Chamber her willingness to use the tools within her office to assist property owners facing late payment amid the pandemic. Wood County property owners needing assistance are encouraged to contact Treasurer Spoerl directly at 419-354-9130 or cntytreasurer@co.wood.oh.us.
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