Expansion of the Homestead Exemption

Auditor Keith supported Governor Strickland’s proposed expansion of the Homestead Exemption, providing additional tax relief to seniors and disabled property owners throughout Ohio. When the state legislature approved the expansion, Keith became a regional and statewide leader in promoting the program. He and his staff developed an aggressive outreach campaign enlisting the support of dozens of community partners that included churches, senior citizen organizations and other local government agencies.

As a result of these efforts, over 30,000 new property owners were signed up to take advantage of the tax savings offered by the Homestead Exemption in a three-month period. The benefit to Montgomery County property owners is significant, totaling over $24 million in tax relief for 2010.

Those receiving the Homestead Exemption have seen their local real estate taxes reduced by $500 to $600 per year. Promoting this program and ensuring eligible homeowners receive these benefits will continue to be a top priority for Auditor Keith.