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Fulton County proposes tax hike affecting homeowners in Atlanta

Fulton County commissioners propose a 12.49% property tax increase—raising the millage rate to 9.87 mills. Public hearings scheduled July 9 & August 6. Learn how homeowners will be affected.

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Jul 1, 2025 — 2 min read

Key Takeaways

June 29, 2025: The Fulton County Board of Commissioners announced a proposed 12.49% increase over the rollback millage rate, setting a tentative rate of 9.87 mills—an increase of 1.096 mills.
The hike would raise approximately $214/year for a homeowner with a $562,500 home, and $384/year on a $875,000 non-homestead property
Required public hearings are scheduled for July 9 at 10 a.m. & 6 p.m., and August 6 at 10 a.m., at the Government Center Assembly Hall and via Zoom.

🔍 Why It Matters

The increase comes after an annual reassessment of property values by the Board of Tax Assessors; Georgia law mandates a rollback rate to offset valuation changes—but the commission opted higher for added revenue (fultoncountyga.gov).
Commissioners argue funds are needed to cover rising costs in jail improvements, public safety, youth programs, arts, and veterans services.
Opponents argue the extra burden threatens housing affordability during already high living costs.
Public hearings offer citizens a chance to weigh in before a final decision in August.

📅 Timeline Summary

June 18: Board sets tax ceiling at 9.87 mills—1 mill above staff’s recommendation to generate ~$78.9M additional revenue
June 29: Official press release announced the 12.49% proposed increase (fultoncountyga.gov).
July 9 & August 6: Public hearings scheduled to solicit resident feedback.
Post-August 6: Final vote on the millage rate; the board may adopt up to 9.87 mills.