The Summit County Fiscal Office is providing real estate tax relief for residents affected by recent storm damage, including flooding and tornadoes. Homeowners can apply for this relief through the office's website, fiscaloffice.summitoh.net, or by calling 330-643-2704. Applications must be submitted by December 31 of this year.

The relief program specifically addresses structural damage, excluding losses related to trees, landscaping, fencing, or personal items. Once applications are received, the appraisal department will assess the reported damage and verify any relevant building permits submitted to local authorities.

During a recent government meeting, officials discussed outreach efforts to ensure residents are informed about the tax relief options. Some residents have already been notified, but there is an ongoing effort to expand the communication list to include those who may not have received previous updates.

In addition to the tax relief discussion, the meeting also covered legislative matters, including Ordinance 92 for 2024, which requests the Summit County Fiscal Officer to certify delinquent sanitary sewer rentals and water fund maintenance charges. This ordinance has been declared an emergency, indicating the urgency of the matter.