February 10, 2017
CONTACT: Lindsey Wiles
Communications Manager
lwiles@mariettaga.gov
770.794.5509
MARIETTA – The City of Marietta tax books are open for receiving Homestead and School Tax Exemptions for City residents year-round. However, you must file your application by April 1 to affect the taxes for the current year. You do not need to file each year, only if you have moved.
Homestead Exemption: A homesteader can apply for a $4,000 exemption off the assessed value of their home, regardless of their age or income, as long as the home is owner-occupied by January 1.
Homestead Exemption for the Elderly and Disabled: A homesteader, who is 62 years of age or older and/or totally disabled, is entitled to an additional exemption of $2,000 off the assessed value of their home provided the home is owner-occupied and the income of all members of the family living in the home, excluding certain income as provided by law, does not exceed $5,000 per annum.
This exemption, if totally disabled, will be granted with a written statement from a licensed physician only.
School Tax Exemption: A homesteader, who is 62 years of age or older, is entitled to a school tax exemption provided a home is owner-occupied and property does not exceed one (1) acre.
To receive School Tax benefits, an affidavit provided by the Tax Department must be filed.
FILING DEADLINE FOR CURRENT YEAR – APRIL 1, 2017
The City of Marietta Tax Division is located on the first floor of City Hall, 205 Lawrence Street, Marietta, Georgia.
Note: All property returns are filed with the Tax Assessor. All Cobb County Homestead Exemptions are filed with the Tax Commissioner.