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Fairfield County Auditor Celebrates GIS Day

The Fairfield County Auditor’s Office is pleased to announce GIS Day, Wednesday, November 15. In honor of GIS Day, the GIS team will be hosting a virtual meeting at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 15th. The purpose of this meeting is for stakeholders to meet the staff, learn about new resources, and get caught up on current and future projects.

Press Release: November 14, 2023


Fairfield County Auditor Releases 2023 Year in Review

The Fairfield County Auditor’s Office has released its 2023 Year in Review fact sheet. This fact sheet highlights projects and services provided throughout the year. The first page serves as a snapshot or “by the numbers” overview to give context while the second page focuses on the office’s strategic plan. Each of five strategic themes are summarized. Goals, accomplishments, training/development, and some awards received are noted.

Press Release: October 25, 2023


County Auditor’s Office Releases Fact Sheets for November 2023 General Election Property Tax Levy Issues

The Fairfield County Auditor’s Office has fact sheets for the property tax levies proposed for the November 7, 2023, general election ballot. The three property tax issues proposed  include two county wide issues, for the Fairfield County District Library and Senior Citizen Services (known as Meals on Wheels of Fairfield County). There is also a proposed road and bridge levy for Clearcreek Township.

  • The Fairfield County District Library is proposing a .50 mill replacement levy on the ballot. 
  • The proposed Senior Citizens Levy is a .80 mill replacement levy.
  • Clearcreek Township proposes a 1.0 mill renewal with an increase levy for  road and bridge improvements.

Dr. Carri L. Brown, County Auditor, stated, “The fact sheets provide information about the current state of the levies and the proposed state, from individual and entity-wide perspectives.”


These fact sheets do not provide a position, such as voting “yes” or “no” on a levy; rather, the fact sheets inform voters on how a levy will impact them from a financial point of view.

For more information on the levies, please reach out to each respective agency or entity as noted on the fact sheets.


Fairfield County Auditor’s Office Releases Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR)

Fairfield County Auditor, Dr. Carri L. Brown, announces the release of the Popular Annual Financial Report for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2022.

Press Release: July 26, 2023


Fairfield County Auditor’s Office Releases Annual Comprehensive Financial Report

Fairfield County Auditor, Dr. Carri L. Brown, announced today the release of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for Fairfield County, Ohio. The report covers the financial activity of the county through December 31, 2022, The electronic version is identical to the printed version.

Press Release: July 25, 2023


County Auditor Announces New Electronic Option for the Pre-Approval of Legal Descriptions

The Fairfield County Auditor’s Office is excited to announce new technology for the public. There is now an electronic option (with Simplifile) to submit, receive feedback, and make corrections for citizens who prefer to obtain pre-approval of a legal description of property. Pre-approval (prior to signing a deed) can help avoid the need for corrections and make things more efficient. Legal descriptions ultimately must be approved by the County Auditor’s Map Room prior to the conveyance of property.

Press Release: June 5, 2023


Auditor’s Real Estate Office Announces Online Address Change Option

Press Release: May 4, 2023

 

Delinquent Vacant Land Tax Notice
The delinquent vacant lands, lots, and parts of lots returned delinquent by the Treasurer of Fairfield County, with the taxes, assessments, interest, and penalties charged thereon agreeable to law, and remaining delinquent for at least one year and are unimproved by any dwelling, ORC Section 5721.01(A)(2).
Tax Notice: October 5, 2023


Final Vacant Land Notice to Taxpayers
In compliance with Ohio Revised code Section 5721.03, there will be published on the Fairfield County Auditor’s website on October 5th a list of those persons owning vacant lands that are unimproved by any dwelling and have remained unpaid for at least one year after being certified delinquent. The vacant lands on said list are subject to foreclosure proceedings as provided in section 323.25, sections 323.65 to 323.79, or section 5721.18 of the Revised Code, or foreclosure and forfeiture proceedings as provided in section5721.14 of the Revised Code.
Press Release: September 21, 2023

 

Fairfield County Auditor Updates Levy Estimator Tool for November 7 General Election Levies

The Fairfield County Auditor’s Office is pleased to announce the availability of an updated tax levy estimator tool on the Auditor’s Real Estate website. A tutorial on how to use the updated online tool is attached.

Press Release: October 10, 2023

 

County Auditor’s Office Celebrates Payroll Appreciation Week

The Fairfield County Auditor’s Office is pleased to announce we are honoring and thanking all payroll professionals during Payroll Appreciation Week, September 4-9, 2023.

Press Release: September 5, 2023

Proclamation recognizing Payroll Appreciation Week

 

County Auditor’s Office Celebrates Weights and Measures Month

The Fairfield County Auditor’s Office is pleased to announce we are highlighting August as Weights and Measures Month.

Press Release: August 1, 2023

 

County Auditor’s Office Participates in Statewide Parcel Project
The Ohio Geographically Referenced Information Program is a statewide parcel project that is a comprehensive effort to collect and standardize geospatial parcel and basic assessment data from all 88 counties in Ohio.
Press Release: July 19, 2023

 

Auditor’s Office Announces Tax Incentive Review Council Meetings Completed for 2023
As of June 29, 2023, all Tax Incentive Review Council Meetings for Fairfield County have been held. There were five meetings held this year for the following entities: Fairfield County, City of Canal Winchester, City of Lancaster, City of Pickerington, and the City of Reynoldsburg.
Press Release: July 3, 2023

 

Auditor’s Office to Feature Copy of 1801 Petition to Congress for Creation of Fairfield County During Heritage Association’s Tour of Home
During this weekend’s Heritage Association’s Tour of Homes, the Fairfield County Auditor’s Office is pleased to feature a copy of the first petition to Congress requesting the creation of Fairfield County.
Press Release: June 22, 2023

 

OSU Extension Master Gardeners are a Gem in Fairfield County
The Auditor’s Office would like to thank and recognize the OSU Extension Master Gardeners for their work at the Real Estate Assessment Building at 108 North High Street as well as for their work throughout the community.
Press Release: June 8, 2023

 

Auditor’s Office Employees Participate in Inaugural Ohio University Women’s Leadership Summit
Congratulations to Rachel Elsea and Angel Horn, County Auditor representatives for the Ohio University Women’s Leadership Summit. Mrs. Elsea and Mrs. Horn participated in a cohort of 50 women (including some from Fairfield County Developmental Disabilities and Job and Family Services) in a 5-session program that began in February and concluded in May.
Press Release: June 1, 2023

 

Fairfield County Auditor’s Real Estate Office to be Featured in 2023 Tour of Homes
Press Release: May 22, 2023


Auditor’s Office Releases Fact Sheet Explaining Lot Split Process

Press Release: March 15, 2023

 

Dr. Carri L. Brown Sworn-in as Fairfield County Auditor
The Fairfield County Auditor’s Office is pleased to announce that Dr. Carri L. Brown has been sworn-in for her first four-year term as Fairfield County Auditor. Mr. Stephen Brown, Esq., Dr. Brown’s husband, administered the oath on Monday, March 6, 2023.

Press Release: March 13, 2023

 

Current Agricultural Use Value Program Deadline is April 3

The final deadline for returning a renewal application for the Current Agricultural Use Value program is April 3.

Press Release: March 30, 2023


Budget Commission Meeting re: Apportionment of General Health District Allocations for FY 2024

Monday, April 3rd, 8:30 a.m. REA Conference Room, 108 North High Street, Lancaster

Agenda Packet


Fairfield County Auditor’s Office to Participate in Sunshine Week

The Fairfield County Auditor’s Office will participate in Sunshine Week March 12 –18, 2023. This week, and through the year, the Auditor’s office works work diligently to enhance the public’s access to government records and information, to increase information provided electronically and online, and to ensure that all meetings of deliberative bodies under its jurisdiction are properly noticed and open to the public.

Press Release: March 10, 2023


Current Agricultural Use Value (CAUV) Deadline is March 6th

A Current Agricultural Use Value (CAUV) deadline is quickly approaching. The deadline to file an initial or renewal application is Monday, March 6th. As of Friday, February 24, 2023, over 75% of property owners in the CAUV program have returned their applications.

Press Release: February 24, 2023


Request for Proposals –

2025 Reappraisal of All Real Property in Fairfield County

For more information on RFP


Property Owners Have a Voice in Board of Revision Process

By: Dr. Carri Brown, Fairfield County Auditor

Press Release: January 9, 2023


Auditor’s Office Makes 2022 Board of Revision Files Available for Online Access

The Fairfield County Auditor’s Office has made all 2022 Board of Revision files available online. This is an effort to maintain transparency and provide an efficient way to answer public records requests.

Press Release: January 3, 2023


Fairfield County Auditor Announces Dog License Information and Virtual Dog Show

The Fairfield County Auditor’s Office will be accepting dog tag licensing applications and renewals December 1, 2022 through January 31, 2023. The office will be hosting a virtual dog show on its website during this time.

Press Release: November 17, 2022


Fairfield County Auditor Updates Real Estate Website to Include Tool Tutorials

The Fairfield County Auditor’s Real Estate website has been updated to include tutorials on how to use frequently accessed tools.

Press Release: October 24, 2022


Fairfield County Auditor’s Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Office Recognized as National Leader in GIS Services

The Fairfield County Auditor’s GIS Office is has been recognized both nationally and across the State of Ohio for their geographic information services.

Press Release: September 27, 2022

Budget Commission Meeting – February 6, 2023

The Budget Commission will meet on Monday, February 6, 2023 at 8:30 a.m. in the County Auditor’s Conference Room at 108 N. High Street, Lancaster, Ohio.

Agenda / Meeting Notice / Minutes


Fairfield County Auditor’s Office Completes National Association of Counties High Performance Leadership Academy
Fairfield County Auditor Carri Brown is pleased to announce the completion of the National Association of Counties (NACO) High Performance Leadership Academy by 100% of Auditor’s Office 31 employees. The office is the first in the country to have 100% of employees graduate from the program.

Press Release: December 7, 2022

 

Fairfield County Auditor Announces 2022 Weights and Measures Excellence Awards
The Fairfield County Auditor’s Office is pleased to announce the first recipients of the annual Weights and Measures Excellence Awards. Five businesses throughout Fairfield County were recognized for their exemplary customer service, dedication to fairness in the marketplace, and excellent accuracy with Weights & Measures.

Press Release: November 7, 2022

 

Fairfield County Auditor Releases 2022 Year in Review Report

As a team, the County Auditor’s Office works hard to ensure high quality services at exceptional value to taxpayers.  We foster financial sustainability, and we enhance the county’s reputation as a high-performing, learning, and caring organization.  Our strategic plan is a result of a comprehensive examination of multiple processes, and it is encouraging to see the tremendous results in just one year.  Along with multiple stakeholders, we are setting a strong foundation for the future.

Press Release: October 27, 2022

 

Fairfield County Accounting Staff Recognized for National Accounting Day

Over 50 Fairfield County financial and accounting staff were recognized for National Accounting Day during this morning’s Commission meeting. National Accounting Day takes place on November 10, 2022.

Press Release: October 25, 2022

 

Fairfield County Auditor’s Office Starts Map of the Month Series

The Fairfield County Auditor’s Office is introducing a Map of the Month series. This initiative will serve as a method of highlighting the GIS Office mapping skills by sharing unique maps of interest in Fairfield County. A new map will be featured each month.

Press Release: October 5, 2022

 

Fairfield County Auditor Updates Levy Estimator Tool for November 8 Election Levies

The Fairfield County Auditor’s Office is pleased to announce the availability of an updated tax levy estimator tool on the Auditor’s Real Estate website. A tutorial on how to use the updated online tool is attached.

Levy Estimator Tool


Ballot Issue for the Pickerington Schools Board of Education – November 8, 2022

Fact Sheet

 

Notice about Soil Values

The Current Agricultural Use Value program provides tax relief on agricultural land by ensuring that qualified properties are appraised based on production capacity of the soil, as opposed to the land’s market value. Thus, value is dependent upon soil type, region, slope, and erosion factors of the land.

Soil Values Resource 

 

Fairfield County Auditor’s Office Releases Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Popular Annual Financial Report
Fairfield County Auditor, Dr. Carri Brown, announced today the release of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Popular Annual Financial Report for Fairfield County, Ohio. The reports cover the financial activity of the county through December 31, 2021.

Press Release: July 7, 2022


Fairfield County Triennial Property Valuation occurs in 2022

PROPERTY OWNERS HAVE A VOICE IN THE PROCESS FOR ADJUSTMENTS & APPEALS

Press Release: July 5, 2022

Fairfield County Auditor Publishes Timeline for Historic Beery House at 108 North High
The Fairfield County Auditor’s Office is pleased to announce an online timeline of the Historic Beery House at 108 North High Street, the location of the Real Estate Assessment Offices.
Press Release: November 28, 2022

Fairfield County Auditor’s Office Releases Tentative Property Valuations and Announces Meetings to Review Valuations
The Fairfield County Auditor’s Office has completed the state-mandated triennial review and updates for property valuations. By Ohio law, the Auditor’s Office is required to perform a triennial update to determine fair market value of real property.
Press Release: July 11, 2022

Hotel & Motel Lodging Tax Amendment
Coming Soon! Online option to file Hotel/Motel Operators Occupancy Tax. In the meantime, please use this form: 
Hotel/Motel Operators Occupancy Tax Return
Press Release: March 16, 2022 | Fact Sheet
Effective April 1, 2022

Fairfield County Role of Appraisers

Auditor’s Office 1st Quarter Update
The Reappraisal Process Fact Sheet
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Fairfield County Auditor Announces Online Staff Directory

An online staff directory for the Fairfield County Auditor’s Office is now available. The directory is part of an effort to increase ease of access to the Fairfield County Auditor’s Office staff. The directory contact information and a purpose statement for each department of the Auditor’s Office.
Press Release: March 18, 2022

Strategic Plan
Additional Community Input & Feedback Welcome
Press Release: January 5, 2022

Boystel Promoted to New Position with the County Engineer
Andy Boystel has had a long, productive career with the County Auditor’s Office. After more than 30 years of dedicated service and following relevant continuing education, Boystel is being promoted from Supervisor in the Mapping Room to GIS/Surveying Coordinator with the County Engineer.
Press Release: June 6, 2022

Fairfield County Auditor Releases Vendor License FAQ's
The Fairfield County Auditor’s Office is pleased to release a fact sheet documenting the County Auditor’s Office process for issuing a vendor’s license. This document answers frequently asked questions and outlines procedures for applying for a vendor’s license.
Press Release: April 18, 2022
[ Applying for a Vendor’s License – Frequently Asked Questions ]

Fairfield County Auditor Draws Awareness to On-line Property Tax Estimator

The Fairfield County Auditor’s Office is pleased to announce the availability of a property tax estimator tool on the Auditor’s Real Estate website. A tutorial on how to use the online tool is attached.
Press Release: March 28, 2022

Fairfield County Auditor Introduces Tax Levy Estimator

The Fairfield County Auditor’s Office is pleased to announce the availability of a tax levy estimator tool on the Auditor’s Real Estate website. A tutorial on how to use the online tool is attached.
Press Release: March 21, 2022

Fairfield County Auditor Releases Conveyance Fact Sheet

The Fairfield County Auditor’s Office is pleased to release a fact sheet documenting the Auditor’s Office procedures for the conveyance of property. This document answers frequently asked questions and outlines procedures for conveying property in Fairfield County.
Press Release: March 17, 2022
Conveyance Fact Sheet

New Electronic Filing Options
The Fairfield County Auditor’s Office is excited to announce the availability of new technology for the public. With e-recordings, or Simplifile, there is now an additional ability to submit, receive and process documents for recording through the Internet.
Press Release: October 28, 2021