The following are frequently asked questions for the Houston County Revenue Commissioner's Office.
When are property taxes due?
Property taxes become due beginning October 1st and become delinquent after December 31st each year.
I received a property tax bill but my mortgage pays my property taxes. What should I do?
Contact your mortgage company to make sure they know to pay your property taxes.
What form of payment do you accept to pay property taxes?
Cash, Check or Credit card with exception of American Express
Do you accept partial payments for property taxes?
No, we may only collect the payment in full for property taxes
What are the business hours of the Revenue Commissioner’s Office?
Monday- Thursday 7:00 am to 5:30 pm. We do not close for lunch.
Where do I pay my property taxes?
You may come to the Revenue Commissioner’s office, make a payment online, put a payment in our drop box or mail a check to our office payable to Greg Holland, Revenue Commissioner
Can I claim my homestead exemption online?
No, homestead must be signed for in our office in person. For more information concerning homestead exemption, please click on the "Exemptions" button on the Revenue Department's main page.
Where is the building drop box located?
On the left/west side of the building. You may drive up to it and timestamp the envelope.
When can I appeal my property value?
Board of Equalization hearings are standardly scheduled for June to review valuation disputes.
What is required to appeal my property value?
A written notice of appeal must be submitted to the Board of Equalization within the 30 days from the date printed on your valuation notice.
What is the difference between square footage and total adjusted area?
Square footage is the actual measured area that is finished, heated, and cooled area. Interior living space, such as bedrooms, kitchens, and dens. Total adjusted area (TAA) includes living area plus a percentage of non-livable areas, such as garages, porches, or patios.
What are the requirements to qualify for the current use agricultural exemption?
To qualify for current use in Houston County, owners must typically have at least 5 acres of land (or 6 acres if it includes a home) used for pasture, farm, or timber.
Is the current use form available for online printing?
Current use forms are available for download at https://houstoncountyal.gov/. Navigate to the Revenue department's forms section and select current use.
What is the deadline for current use applications?
Applications must be submitted to the Revenue Commissioner's office by December 31st to apply for the following tax year.
How do I register a manufactured home?
To register a manufactured home, the owner must present to the Revenue Commissioner's Office a bill of sale, a copy of the title (year 2000 or newer), and a receipt showing the casual sales tax paid. If purchased from an individual, our office will collect casual sales tax and apply for title (year 2000 or newer).
Online Payments
The department is pleased to offer online payments for the following services:
