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Delinquent Tax Payment Plan
The Cuyahoga County Treasurer’s Office has written a Formal Tax Delinquency Policy in the interest of giving our taxpayers a clear understanding of what to expect if they fall behind on their taxes. Please call our office at 216-443-7400 Option 1 with questions.
Current taxes that are not paid within 10 calendar days of the close of the tax collection will be assessed a 10% penalty.
The Annual Interest Rate for delinquent real estate taxes is 12%, per written order of the Cuyahoga County Treasurer's Office, as certified by the Ohio Tax Commissioner. The interest charge is assessed as follows:
- September 1st – 9% Interest charged on prior year(s) unpaid balance.
- December 1st – 3% Interest charged on current and prior year(s) unpaid balance.
If you are having trouble making a payment or need to schedule an appointment with the Treasury - Taxpayer Services Department:
- Call: 216-443-7400, Monday – Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
- Email: treascomment@cuyahogacounty.gov
Payment plans may be available. For additional information, please see our Office's Formal Tax Delinquency Policy or call us at 216-443-7400 Option 1.
Requirements for Delinquent Payment Plans:
The first payment on a delinquent tax payment plan is due upon commencement. Please have the following with you to establish a payment plan:
- Photo identification
- Voided check or bank statement with an account and routing number for automatic monthly deductions
- Certified funds for parcels in a foreclosure or tax lien status (e.g. cash, certified check or money order)
- If applicable:
- Power of Attorney or Probate Court documents
- Articles of Incorporation
You must pay your current taxes in full and on time, in addition to the monthly delinquent tax payment plan installment, for the plan to remain active.
While on a valid, active delinquent tax payment plan, you will not be subject to a Tax Certificate Sale nor will said parcel be offered at a Sheriff’s Sale.
To change the account information associated with your automatic withdrawal, please complete the “Account Change Authorization Form" and return the completed form to us via email TREASCOMMENT@cuyahogacounty.gov.
Completed forms may also be mailed to:
Cuyahoga County Treasury
2079 East 9th St
Cleveland, OH 44115
Things to Know
- Requests must be received at least 10 business days prior to the next scheduled debit.
- Online requests require 10-14 business days for processing.
- For immediate assistance, please contact the Taxpayer Services Department at: 216-443-7420.