Gilmer homeowners could get property tax relief if voters approve

Gilmer County would exempt part of eligible homestead property from county property taxes. It would cover eligible residents' homestead property within the special district that matches Gilmer County, for taxes imposed by the county for all purposes. The measure would take effect only if more than half of voters approve it and it receives the required two-thirds vote in both legislative chambers. A person generally must apply. A person who received a county homestead exemption for the same home in the prior tax year and remains eligible would not need to apply again. The home's value above the exempt amount would remain taxable. This exemption would add to other applicable homestead exemptions and would not affect taxes imposed by other local governments. The proposed local sales tax would run from January 1, 2028, through December 31, 2037. If voters approve the measure, the exemption would apply to tax years starting January 1 of the following year and ending December 31, 2039.