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1. What are the Commissioners' Office business hours?

The Commissioners' Office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, except for legal holidays.

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1. When is my inspection?

After requesting an inspection at (740-374-4185) check your estimated time by going to www.seobd.org and then click Inspector's Calendar. (click agenda for easier viewing.) You can add this to your google calendar by clicking on the inspection, then click on "add to my calendar".

2. Where do I find my parcel number for my application?

You can find it on your tax bill or receipt, or you can go to the auditor's website to find it.

Auditor's website

3. I want to build a home. I live outside the City of Marietta, do I get my permit here?

If you live outside the City of Marietta, the city or village you reside in would have jurisdiction. If you live outside a city or a village, then the township would have jurisdiction.

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1. Does the Dog Warden respond to problems involving barking dogs?

No. There is no law in our sections to cover this.

2. Do we have a dog pound?

No. We contract with Humane Society to receive and supply a suitable place for dogs during a holding period.

3. What is the holding period?

Three days by law - after that dogs are either adopted or destroyed (by the Humane Society).

4. When do you need a dog license?

Any dog three months old or older.

5. How much do tags cost?

Tags cost $16.

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1. Where do I get a map of my property?

Go to the Tax Map on the second floor of the main courthouse or contact the Washington County Auditor's Office. Washington County Auditor's Office

2. Are there any historical property maps available?

The tax map office has scanned images and hard copy maps of much of the county.

3. Where do I find information on road closings?

View county road closings. Road Closures

4. I would like to transfer my property. Do I need to have my property surveyed first?

This depends on many factors, such as the quality of the current deed description, or whether you are transferring all or just a portion of your property. The county has Land Transfer Procedures, or Conveyance Standards, that you should review. You can all call or visit the Tax Map Office to have your questions answered. Land Transfer Procedures

5. Do I need a permit to connect a new or widen an existing driveway to a public road?

Yes, a permit is required and forms are available at the County Engineer’s Office, 103 Westview Avenue, Marietta. Private or Commercial Driveway Application

6. How do I get a road opened, relocated, widened, or vacated?

Petitions are required, which must have a legal description. The petition is filed with the County Commissioners. A viewing of the proposed road change is held followed by a formal public hearing. Establishing a road required certain criteria must be met such as how many residences are located along the road. It is not the Township Trustee’s, County Commissioner’s, or County Engineer’s function to build or open roads. Their responsibility is primarily to maintain roads. You will likely be asked to fund all or part of the requested construction. Contact the County Engineer’s Office at (740) 376-7430 for more information.

7. What constitutes a subdivision?

Basically any split of a tract of land is a subdivision. Whether or not the subdivision regulations apply to a split depends on how many parcels are involved, whether new public or private roads are needed, lot size and so on. Call the Tax Map Office at (740) 373-6623 for more information. Review the county’s Property Transfer Procedure for Washington County and the County Subdivision Regulations for detailed information.

8. Why is my road the last to be snow plowed?

Washing County has 15 planned snow routed designed to be as efficient and effective as possible. Certain high traffic roads do get priority but that is how it should work. Routes are planned to enable each driver to cover as many miles and return to the cinder and salt storage facility without back tracking roads already plowed.

9. Why hasn’t my road been paved?

Funds are limited like any household budget. Roads are evaluated annually and prioritized based on condition, traffic volume, and type of traffic. The paving plan is then established to meet budget. Snow and ice control and maintenance must get first priority before major improvements are made. Bridges are prioritized in a similar manner.

10. How close can I build a fence to the road?

Fences should not be built on the right of way, but if they are, permission should be obtained from either the township trustees or the county engineer. Many fences already exist in the right of way and unless they pose a serious hazard they will be handled on a case by case basis for removal. A policy for fences on the right of way is being formulated and will be published when it is adopted.

11. How do I get a house number?

Call the Washington County Sheriff’s Department at (740) 376-7070 ext. 0 and ask for the 911 director.

12. Do I need approval for a septic tank before I can subdivide a property or purchase a newly created lot(s)?

Yes. Before a new lot, lots, or a subdivision can be recorded the owner must obtain approval from the County Health Department. Health Department Environmental Page

13. Where do I call for property development information?

Individuals and businesses need to know that before developing any property or making any improvements, they should check with various county departments to determine what requirements must be met before proceeding.

Some of the issues and the office(s) to contact are listed on this page.

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1. How do I schedule a vaccine appointment?

Follow this link to Book an Appointment with our Clinic.

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1. What is your mailing/delivery address?

205 Putnam St.
Courthouse
Marietta, Ohio 45750

2. Does the county have tract (geographical) indexing?

Yes.

3. Does the county require a legal description with releases and assignments?

No, if a mortgage assignment and yes, if a lease assignment.

4. Does the county require $4.00 for marginal notations on releases and assignments?

Yes.

5. What do you charge for copies made by the public?

$2.00 per page.

6. What do you charge for copies made by the Recorder's staff?

$2.00 for assisted copies.

7. Does your county offer on-line access and is there a cost involved?

No charge, see link below. www.uslandrecords.com

8. What is your County Auditor's conveyance fee?

$4.00

9. What is your County Auditor's transfer fee?

$0.50 per parcel.

10. Does the county require a SASE (Self-Addressed Stamped Envelope) or postage?

Yes or you will be charged postage.

11. Does you county have Registered Land (Torrens)?

No

12. Does the county supply blank forms for purchase?

No.

13. What is your county's document turn-around time?

Three days.

14. Does your office record Soldiers Discharge Records (DD214)?

Yes

15. What is your policy for handling documents that are over or under in filing fees?

Washington County returns documents that are under in fees and usually we return documents if the money is over by $5.00 or more; $5.00 or less we return in cash.

16. What vendors will the Recorder accept for e-Recordings?

Corporation Service Company (CSC)     (866) 652-0111       www.erecording.com

eRecording Partners Network (ePN)     (888) 325-3365        www.GOePN.com

Simplifile                                                    (800) 460-5657        (Unable to record deeds)

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1. When are the tax bills mailed?

1st half tax bills were mailed January 30, 2023; 2nd half tax bills TBA.

2. When are 2022 real estate and 2023 mobile home taxes due?

1st half - March 10, 2023 

2nd half - August 11, 2023

3. Can I make monthly payments?

Yes. Please contact the office for more information.

4. Can I pay my taxes with a credit or debit card?

Yes, we accept credit/debit cards in our office and online

If you pay in our office, a $2.00 flat fee is charged to pay taxes with debit card transactions. Credit card transactions are charged a convenience fee of 2.75% of the total amount due. 

Online Payments - Credit and debit cards are charged a 2.4% convenience fee with a $2.00 minimum charge. Credit/debit card limit is $250,000.00 with no minimum.  No more than 100 parcels at one time. If an email address is provided you will receive a receipt.

5. I paid my taxes in person after the due date and my check has not cleared the bank. Why?

Due to the fact that our office honors the postmark, we have to post those payments mailed on the due date before any late payment can be processed. Payment made in person or postmarked after the due date will not be posted until the payments received/paid on time are posted to the allotted parcel(s). Once this process is settled, (which takes us about a week to complete after the due date), we then post the past due payments in the order of the date that they were received.

6. I mailed my payment before the due date and my check has not cleared the bank. Why?

If you mailed your check before or on the due date and your check has not cleared your account in a timely manner, it could have been lost in the mail. It is very important that you verify with your bank that the payment mailed to us has cleared your account! We do not honor the check date as the payment date, we only honor the the postmark date as the payment date.

7. What if I did not receive a tax bill as of yet?

Every effort is made to see that you receive your tax bills.  Tax bills are mailed to the last known mailing address provided to the Treasurer the last week in  January and June. If you do not receive your bill by the middle of February or the middle of July, it is your responsibility to contact our office at 740-373-6623 opt 3 opt 2. Also, a notice will appear in the local paper prior to the due date. Therefore, if you have moved, if your mortgage is paid in full or if your mortgage is sold to another mortgage company, it is the property owner's responsibility under the Ohio Revised Code to contact the Treasurer’s office to advise them of the change in your mailing address to ensure you receive your tax bill.  

Even if you did not receive your bill, Section 323.13 of the Ohio Revised Code states that the property owner is responsible for payments (plus any penalties and interest). Failure to receive a bill does not excuse you from paying any penalties or interest. Please contact us if you did not receive your bill or if you have any indication that your tax bill may have been misdirected.  

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1. What documentation do I need to apply for a pension?

You always need a copy of your DD214, or if applicable, a copy of your marriage license, children(s) birth certificates, and spouses and children(s) Social Security numbers.

2. What documentation do I need to apply for disability compensation?

You always need a copy of your DD214, or if applicable, a copy of your marriage license, children(s) birth certificates, spouses and children(s) Social Security numbers, plus any medical records on file.

3. Does your office make Veterans ID cards?

Yes, we make ID cards for Washington County Veterans who earned an honorable discharge. Be sure to bring your DD214 with an honorable discharge.

4. What services does Veteran Services provide?

We provide assistance for filing claims, help to locate and retrieve records, assistance for dependents of veterans, and answer any question you may have.

5. Do you provide transportation for veterans to attend their V.A. appointments?

We provide transportation for veterans to attend their appointments at Columbus, Chillicothe, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Dayton, and Clarksburg.

6. Do you provide any type of financial assistance?

Yes, we provide financial assistance to qualified veterans and their dependents in emergency situations.