Georgia property tax

Start with your county. Published tax dates and rules link to the official source.

Statewide rules

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Appeal process

File the property assessment appeal with the county Board of Tax Assessors within 45 days of the notice being sent.

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Who may represent homeowners

The Department's assessment-appeal chart permits the owner or authorized agent to present the case.

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homestead exemptions

Owners who occupy their home as a primary residence; county programs can be more beneficial.

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Official exemption information

Official exemption information

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Counties and county equivalents

Common questions

How do property tax appeals work in Georgia?

File the property assessment appeal with the county Board of Tax Assessors within 45 days of the notice being sent.

Who may represent a homeowner in a Georgia property tax appeal?

The Department's assessment-appeal chart permits the owner or authorized agent to present the case.

Sources

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submit your property tax appeal to the County Board of Tax Assessors within 45 days from the date the Assessment Notice was sent.

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PROPERTY OWNER OR AUTHORIZED AGENT MAY APPEAR TO PRESENT CASE.

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homestead exemptions

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The State offers homestead exemptions to persons that own and occupy their home as a primary residence.

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