Clarke County; senior property tax exemption, authorized; constitutional amendment

Summary

The amendment lets qualifying homeowners in Clarke County who are 65 or older lock in the assessed value of their single‑family, owner‑occupied home for property tax purposes, provided they have lived there as their main residence for at least five years. The freeze applies to the property’s value on Oct. 1, 2026 and can be claimed in writing starting Oct. 1, 2027. The measure will appear on a ballot and takes effect if a majority of voters approve it.

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