DTE 26

Real Property Value Reduction Application

Franklin County, Ohio

Dear Neighbor,

If your property has been damaged by a storm, fire, or by other means, you may be eligible for a reduction in your real estate tax bill. State law gives county auditors the authority to reduce real estate values for properties that have been damaged or destroyed. A substantial reduction in property value will result in a reduction in your real estate tax bill for your property until it has been restored to its prior condition.

To file for a reduction in your property value, please complete the application below and return it to the Franklin County Audtior's office as soon as possible, and by the deadlines listed below.

Please note, applications can't be processed if received after the filing deadline, per state law.

Key Points:

When was the property damaged or destroyed?	Application Deadline	Percentage Deduction Allowed
January - March	December 31	100%
April - June	December 31	75%
July - September	December 31	50%
October - December	January 31	25%

The Auditor's office is here to serve the residents and businesses of Franklin County. If you have any questions or concerns, you can always email Auditor Stinziano at auditorstinziano@franklincountyohio.gov or call (614) 525-HOME (4663).

Application for Valuation Deduction for Destroyed or Damaged Real Property

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Columbus, OH 43215

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Lines 1, 2 and 3: Enter owner's full name, mailing address, and daytime phone number.
Is the owner individual(s) or public/business entity?*

Individual(s)Public/Business Entity
1. Owner's Name*
1. Owner's Name*

First NameMiddle NameLast NameSuffix
Email*
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2. Owner's telephone number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
3. Owner's Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

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Zip Code
Line 4: Enter parcel number(s) of damaged property. This number is shown on your tax bill.
4. Parcel number of damaged property*
Line 5: Enter the full address of the damaged property.
5. Address of damaged property*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

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Zip Code
Line 6: Enter name of county where damaged property is located.
6. County where located*
Line 7: Enter date the damage or destruction occurred.
7. Date damage occurred*

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Line 8: Explain cause of damage: fire, flood, intentional demolition, etc.
8. Cause of damage*
Line 9: Describe the damage to the property. Attach additional pages if necessary.
9. Description of damage*
Additional pages (if necessary)

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Line 10: Enter your best estimate of the reduction in the property's value caused by the damage.
10. Estimated dollar amount of damage*
Line 11: If property is insured, show the amount the insurance company paid or will pay, if available.
11. If property insured, amount of insurance received*
I declare under penalties of perjury that this application has been examined by me and, to the best of my knowledge and belief, it is true, correct and complete.

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Real Property Value Reduction Application

Application for Valuation Deduction for Destroyed or Damaged Real Property

Notice of Two Disinterested Persons