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How can I file property tax deductions?
You may file the homestead and mortgage deductions online at http://co.johnson.in.us/(scroll down to the area where you see the GIS link and click on the instructions) or you may file in person at the Johnson County Auditor’s Office.
What are the deadlines for filing deductions?
Deduction applications must be completed and dated by December 31 of the prior year if the taxpayer wishes to claim the deduction; it must be filed in the Auditor’s Office or postmarked on or before January 5th of the year the taxpayer wishes to obtain the deduction. (Example: file in 2020 for deductions effective for tax year 2020 pay 2021). All deductions have qualifications that must be met for the deduction to apply.
Who can file the property tax deduction?
You must be a deeded owner of the property. If filing a mortgage deduction, you must also be grantor on the mortgage.
Do I have to refile my deductions every year?
(1) HOMESTEAD DEDUCTION – No you do not have to refile every year with the exception: If there was a name change to the deeded owner(s) then a new homestead deduction would need to be filed. (2) OVER 65, DISABLED/BLIND, OR VETERAN’S DEDUCTIONS – No you do not have to refile every year. (3) MORTGAGE DEDUCTION – The only time you need to refile a mortgage deduction is if you refinance.
How can I find information, such as deductions filed and tax information?
1) You may go online at https://beacon.schneidercorp.com/?site=JohnsonCountyIN This site has lots of information relating to properties including taxes, assessed values, deductions, ownership and address information. (2) You may email: jcauditor@co.johnson.in.us *Please include your name, address, telephone number and parcel number (if available). (3) You may call the Johnson County Auditor’s office at 317-346-4310.
What should I do if I think a deduction(s) was not applied to my property tax bill?
(1) You may email: jcauditor@co.johnson.in.us *Please include your name; address; telephone number; parcel number (if available); and type of deduction in question. (2) You may call the Johnson County Auditor’s office at 317-346-4310.
What if I want to remove/vacate my homestead on my Johnson County parcel?
You will need to complete a Notice of Change of Use form and submit it to Johnson County Auditor. (Form) *You may email it to: jcauditor@co.johnson.in.us *Send regular mail to: Johnson County Auditor, 86 W. Court St., Franklin IN 46131 *You may call the Johnson County Auditor’s office at 317-346-4310.
How do I change my mailing address?
You may complete the change of address. (Form) NOTE: Please indicate that you are a deeded owner of the parcel you are requesting the mailing address change to be completed. *You may email it to: jcauditor@co.johnson.in.us *Send regular mail it to: Johnson County Auditor, 86 W. Court St., Franklin IN 46131 *You may call the Johnson County Auditor’s office at 317-346-4310.
Where do I get a plot plan of my property?
Plot plans are usually completed by engineering companies and are not recorded. If your property is located in a subdivision, you could get a copy of your plat, assuming it has been recorded in the Johnson County Recorder’s Office.
How can I get an aerial photo of my property?
Beacon provides a way to print them on their website. https://beacon.schneidercorp.com/?site=JohnsonCountyIN you may also purchase a copy from the Johnson County Auditor’s Office.
Where do I get a deed prepared?
Attorneys and or Title Companies prepare this type of document. This is not a service provided by the County.
Can you tell me where the easements are located on my property?
Easements are not kept in the Auditor’s Office. You can contact the GIS department 317- 346-4399 for more information.
My property lines are wrong on my property, what do I do?
You may send an email with detailed information regarding your property lines to jcauditor@co.johnson.in.us you may also contact the GIS department 317-346-4399.
How much does the Auditor charge to transfer a deed?
$10.00 per parcel identification number to be transferred. (Other fees may apply if the Assessor’s Office requires and Indiana State Sales Disclosure form.) See next question.
Do I need an Indiana State Sales Disclosure to transfer my document?
Johnson County Assessor’s Office (317.346.4701) determines if an Indiana State Sales Disclosure is needed. There is a fee associated with the filing of an Indiana State Sales Disclosure.
How do I combine my property?
There are a couple of different ways to combine property lines. Please email jcauditor@co.johnson.in.us with your specific questions.
I don’t think my property values are correct, who do I contact?
Johnson County Assessor - 317.346.4701.
I have questions about my tax bill, who do I contact?
Johnson County Treasurer – 317.346.4330.
I have questions about recording a document, who do I contact?
Johnson County Recorder – 317.346.4385.
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