House Bill 581, signed on April 18, 2024, introduces property tax changes and a statewide “floating homestead” exemption based on inflation, pending November 2024 voter approval. It also revises local sales tax limits and creates a local option sales tax (FLOST) for property tax relief.
On May 21, 2024, Cherokee County expanded its senior homestead exemption, fully exempting seniors or disabled residents with incomes under $16,000 from school property taxes starting January 1, 2025. This provides financial relief to eligible residents, enhancing homeownership stability.
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