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Treasurer’s Office has resources to help seniors struggling with property tax bills

CUYAHOGA COUNTY — More Cuyahoga County homeowners struggling to keep up with property taxes will soon receive the help they need. The Treasurer's Office has expanded the eligibility criteria for the Taxpayer Assistance Program to provide up to $10,000 in one-time, direct assistance to qualified County taxpayers aged 67 or older, with an income of $70,000 or less and an active delinquency. Previously, the program was limited to residents aged 70 and older. Recipients will also receive financial counseling.

"This program helps our seniors stay in the homes they have worked so hard for," said Cuyahoga County Executive Chris Ronayne. "By assisting homeowners in avoiding foreclosure, we strengthen families, neighborhoods, and the entire County. Expanding the Taxpayer Assistance Program will ensure more residents can access the support they need, especially in difficult times."

This year, the Taxpayer Assistance Program awarded nearly $1 million to help 150 senior homeowners resolve their property tax delinquency and create a financial plan for sustainability.

"We know homeowners face real challenges, and too often, they don't know where to turn for help. That's why we decided to expand the Taxpayer Assistance Program," said Cuyahoga County Treasurer Brad Cromes. "By broadening eligibility, we can give more taxpayers a fair chance to get back on track and stay rooted in their communities."

The Taxpayer Assistance Program is now accepting inquiries for the 2026 tax year, which covers 2025 tax payments. Interested applicants must complete an eligibility form on the Treasurer’s website or in-person at the Treasurer’s Office.

How to Qualify:

To qualify for direct assistance, resident must:

• Maintain a primary residence in Cuyahoga County with an active certified tax delinquency
• Be the primary or joint owner
• Be aged 67 years or greater
• Have a household income of less than $70,000 per year
• Establish a delinquent tax payment contract for any remaining delinquency
• Participate in the Easy Pay installment payment program for future taxes
• Participate in housing counseling services, including a counseling session, completion of a budget, and demonstration of on-going ability to pay
  

How Funding can be Used:

Qualifying applicants can utilize Taxpayer Assistance Program funding to:

• Pay certified delinquent property taxes
• Pay late property taxes
• Pay current property taxes
• Pay foreclosure fees and court costs related to a pre-existing foreclosure
• To satisfy pre-existing tax lien certificates

For more information, contact the Treasurer’s Office at 216-443-7400 (Option 1) or email TAP@cuyahogacounty.gov.