Frequently Asked Questions
How much are my taxes?
Call (419) 782-8741 or go to Auditor's Real Estate Search page.
When are taxes due?
Taxes for the calendar year of 2011 are due February 9th and July 20th.
What should I do if I did not receive a tax bill?
You need to obtain a duplicate tax bill. Call (419) 782-8741.
Can I write a personal check for payment of taxes?
Yes, make checks payable to Robert Bailey III, Defiance County Treasurer.
Can I get a paid receipt for taxes sent by mail?
Yes, please send a self-addressed, stamped envelope along with the entire bill and your payment.
Have my taxes been paid?
Call (419) 782-8741 or go to Auditor's Real Estate Search page.
What is the tax rate for my taxing district?
See the Tax Rate sheet on the Tax Collections page.
Can taxes be paid in advance?
Yes, we have a program called TIPP (Tax Installment Payment Plan) that allows you to pre-pay your taxes monthly. Just contact the Treasurer's Office to start this program.
Do you accept credit cards?
We accept credit card payments through a third party. The taxpayer makes these payments by telephone or the Internet with a fee being charged to the taxpayer.
Do you have automatic payment deduction?
Yes, call (419) 782-8741 and ask for an automatic payment contract. You can do this monthly or semi-annually.
How do I make an address change with your office?
Please mail the address change including your name as it appears on your tax bill and your parcel number to:
Defiance County Treasurer
221 Clinton Steet
PO Box 278
Defiance, Ohio 43512
Where do my taxes go, who receives the money?
Call (419) 782-8741 or see the Real Estate Tax information on the Tax Collections page.
Can I appeal the penalty amount?
Yes, you will need to file a penalty remission form with the Treasurer. Call (419) 782-8741 for information.
Can I appeal the value of my property?
You have the right to file a complaint with the Board of Revision by March 31st. Complaints are handled through the Auditor's Office.
What if my taxes are delinquent?
You should contact the Treasurer's office immediately. A payment program is available for you. Taxes that are two or more years delinquent will be certified to the Prosecutor for Tax Foreclosure.
Do you have a payment drop box?
Yes, just off of First Street, in the alley between the post office and Key Bank.