Homestead exemption deadline April 1

Homeowners seeking a homestead exemption on their Cobb County property taxes must file their applications by April 1 with the county tax commissioner’s office. Applications not received by the deadline will be processed and applied in the following year.

To qualify, applicants must own and occupy the property on Jan. 1, and their name must appear on the deed. Exemptions are automatically renewed unless there is a change in ownership or eligibility.

Property tax bills are mailed on Aug. 15, and payment is due within 60 days to avoid late charges.