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1. How do I qualify for the owner occupied property tax credit?

The owner occupied tax reduction is only available for residential properties. Rental properties are not eligible for the reduction. The State of Ohio reimburses schools and other agencies for this rollback. Most homeowners currently receive the credit, as indicated on their tax bills.

However, this credit is not given automatically. You must sign up to receive it. If you feel you are eligible for this credit and are not receiving it, you may call (419) 337-9200 for additional information.

2. What do I do if my dog gets lost?

Call the Fulton County dog warden at (419) 337-9219 or the Sheriff’s Office at (419) 335-4010.

3. What do I do if I don't think a retailer's device is accurate?

To find out how to know if a device has been checked or to file a complaint with the weights and measures department follow the link below.

https://www.fultoncountyoh.com/861/Complaints

4. Is tangible personal property (TPP) still in effect?

In 2005, the governor in the State of Ohio signed Am. Sub. House Bill 66 that made the new commercial activity tax (CAT) effective July 1, 2005. This tax was phased in over five years in 20% increments. At the same time, TPP was phased out over four years at approximately 25% per year, starting in 2006.

With the changes noted above, the TPP is no longer in effect. The only activity is the billing and collection of delinquent TPP taxes.

5. When should I license my dog?

The annual license ($20) renewal period is December 1 through January 31. If you have a new puppy, you must buy a license by the time he reaches three months old. If you have just moved into Fulton County or if you just acquired a new dog, you must purchase a license within 30 days. (Ohio Revised Code Section 955.01)

6. Where do I purchase a dog license?

You can purchase a license by mail. You can also purchase a license in person at:

 Auditor's Office, 152 S. Fulton Street, Suite 165 Wauseon, Ohio. 

Licenses can also be purchased at the following locations:

Archbold: Savvy Dog, Fulton County Human Society

Fayette: US 20 Main Stop

Lyons: Lyons Main Stop

Wauseon: Continental Plaza Auto Wash, The PAW-FFICE

You may also purchase them online by visiting https://www.doglicenses.us/OH/Fulton/cs.php?f[0]= .

7. Must my dog wear a license?

YES. Ohio law requires it. Dogs without licenses may be impounded by the dog warden.

8. Why do I need to license my dog?

Ohio law requires that you license your dog. A license tag attached to your dog's collar proves ownership and is your pet's ticket home if he gets lost.

9. Can I let my dog run loose if he is licensed?

NO! It is against the law. Ohio law specifies that all dogs must be confined to your property or under reasonable control - such as on a leash when being walked.

10. What do I do if I find a lost dog?

If the dog is wearing a current Fulton County license tag, call the Auditor's office at 419 337-9202, the Fulton County Dog Warden at 419 337-9219 or the Sheriff’s office at 419 335-4010. If the dog is not wearing a current license tag, call the dog warden at 419 337-9219.

11. What if I move?

If you move within Fulton County, please call 419 337-9202 with your new address and telephone number so we can keep the information up-to-date. If you move to another county, call that county's Auditor for licensing information.

12. Which school districts in Fulton County have income taxes and what are the withholding rates?

#2602 Evergreen LSD (1.5% effective 1/1/10 for 5 years) #2603 Gorham Fayette LSD (1.0%) #2604 Pettisville LSD (1.0%) #2606 Swanton LSD (.75% effective 1/1/10 for 5 years) #2605 Pike-Delta-York LSD (1% effective 1/1/22 for 5 years) #2607 Wauseon EVSD (1.75% effective 1/1/23 for 5 years)

13. What is a Mobile Home Moving Permit?

If you need to move a mobile home in the State of Ohio, law requires you to purchase a permit. The fee for a Mobile Home Moving Permit is $5.00. Those who do not obtain a permit will be charge a fine of $100.00.

14. What is the cost for a Mobile Home Conveyance Fee?

Fulton County charges a fee of $4.00 per $1,000.00 of purchase price.
Example: A mobile home purchased for $24,000.00 would incur a conveyance fee of $96.00 When no monies change hands there is no conveyance fee.

15. My company submitted an invoice to Fulton County. Has it been paid?

Invoices are submitted to the Auditor's office for payment after they are approved for payment by the Board of County Commissioners. If you have questions about a submitted invoice, please contact the department of agency with which you dealt first. Then, if you haven't been satisfied, call the Finance Department of the Auditor's office at (419) 337-9202.

16. The County warrant (check) states that it must be presented within 60 days to receive payment. What if the warrant (check) is more than 60 days old?

If you try to deposit or cash a warrant (check) that is older than 60 days, it may not be honored when presented for redemption. Stale-dated warrants are paid periodically into unclaimed funds. To find out if a specific warrant can be presented for payment or if it has become stale-dated, call (419) 337-9202.

17. How can I obtain a listing of unclaimed funds?

A listing of all stale-dated warrants currently held in unclaimed funds is available by visiting the Ohio Department of Commerce web page.

18. Where can I find information regarding the CAT tax?

The Ohio Department of Taxation (ODT) can be contacted at 1-888-7-CATTAX (1-888-722-8820). ODT’s web site is www.tax.ohio.gov.

19. Who do I call to find out what cities or villages in Fulton County have an income tax?

Wauseon - 419-335-1171 (1.5%) Swanton - 419-826-9515 (1.25%) Delta - 419-822-5300 (1.5%) Fayette - 419-237-2116 (1.5%) Archbold - 419-445-9501 (1.5% (1.8% effective 1/1/23)) Lyons - 419-923-2001 (1.0%) Metamora - 419-644-2051 (1.0%)

20. Does Fulton County have a county income tax?

No.

21. Can you help me with my income taxes?

No. Consult your accountant or the taxing authority involved.

22. I am starting a new business and how do I do payroll?

Consult your accountant for withholding, other rules and assistance.

23. When are Real Estate taxes due?

Real estate taxes are due February and July of the current year.

24. Do we talk to the Auditor’s Office regarding payment of taxes?

No- Payment is handled through the Treasurer’s Office.

25. Do we inform the Auditor’s Office of a change in tax mailing addresses?

No- All changes in tax mailing addresses are handled through the Treasurer’s Office.

26. Where is the Real Estate Office?

152 S. Fulton Street, Suite 165 Wauseon.

27. Who do I contact for if I have questions regarding estates?

Please call the Auditor’s Office at (419) 337-9202.

28. I think the Auditor's appraised value is too high for my property. What are my options?

The appraised value set by the Auditor's Office is an important part of the property tax calculation. If you feel the appraised value is too high, you may file a complaint with the Fulton County Board of Revision. Filing a Board of Revision (BOR) complaint entitles you to a hearing before the three-member Board of Revision. At the hearing, you may present information such as recent appraisals or current sales data for similar properties in your neighborhood to support your complaint. BOR complaints must be filed between January 1 and March 31. You may call to request a complaint form or print one from this site.

29. What is the tax lien date?

The tax lien date is used to reflect real estate market value each year. In Ohio, the annual tax lien date is Jan. 1, and property taxes are always paid a year in arrears. For example, taxes paid in 2023 are for tax year 2022 and were calculated based on the property's value as of Jan. 1 2022.

30. (GIS) How do I use the measuring tool?

You select the measuring tool which looks like small ruler. Pick the point you want to measure from then double click the point you want to measure to.

31. How do I find soils information for Fulton County?

Select the soils layer on the left side of the map of the property search website.