Allen County homeowners have until Tuesday, January 3, 2012, to complete property tax deduction applications and get them to the Auditor’s Office no later than January 5, 2012, for taxes payable in 2012.

Taxpayers do not need to reapply for deductions every year.  Once appropriately placed on the property, the deduction automatically stays on the property unless the taxpayer moves, except the Mortgage deduction must be re-filed if the property is refinanced.   Taxpayers who have not moved in the past 24 months and would like to see the property tax deductions currently listed on their property may visit the Allen County Auditor website at www.allencountyauditor.us.

The Auditor’s Office is providing a brand new option for seniors this year to submit their Over-65 deduction applications online. The Homestead and Mortgage deductions are also available to submit online.   It is very important that homeowners who will be at least 65 on or before December 31 visit the Allen County Auditor website to review the eligibility requirements for receiving the Over-65 Assessed Value Deduction and the Over-65 Circuit Breaker Credit.   

“Many people retire and do not realize that with their lower income, they are eligible for additional property tax deductions.” said Tera Klutz, Allen County Auditor.  “I am happy to offer the online application for senior citizens so they do not have to make a special trip downtown during the winter."

A complete listing of all deductions is available online at www.allencountyauditor.us. To see what deductions and credits were included on your 2011 tax bill, click the “Public Access Tax Info” link on the left and enter your name or address.  To learn more about deductions and credits in general, click the “Property Tax Division” link on the left side.  Homestead, Mortgage, and Over-65 deductions may be filed online.  All other forms can be printed, completed and brought in the Auditor’s office Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or emailed to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .   For more information on property tax deduction eligibility, contact the Allen County Auditor’s office by email – This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it - or by telephone (260) 449-7241.