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HB 761

RELATING TO COUNTY PERMITTING AND INSPECTION.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Luke Evslin and 6 co-sponsors

House Bill 761 offers increased homestead tax exemptions for Lilburn residents, especially seniors and disabled individuals, to ease financial burdens from rising property taxes.

The committee(s) on HSG recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
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Bill Summary · HB 761

Summary of House Bill 761: Relating to County Permitting and Inspection

Bill Number: HB 761
Introduced On: March 11, 2025
Status: Deferred by the committee(s) on HSG
Subject: County Building Permit, Exemption, Inspection, Prohibition, State Projects, and Certificate of Occupancy Requirements

Purpose and Intent

House Bill 761 aims to amend existing legislation regarding homestead exemptions from ad valorem taxes for residents of the City of Lilburn, Georgia. The bill seeks to provide additional tax relief to certain residents, particularly those who are elderly or disabled, by adjusting the exemptions based on property value increases.

Key Provisions

  1. Homestead Exemption Adjustments:

    • Residents of Lilburn will receive an exemption equal to the amount by which the current year's assessed value of their homestead exceeds the prior year's assessed value by more than 8%.
    • A flat exemption of $5,000 will be granted to all qualifying residents.
    • For residents aged 65 and older, the exemption amount will increase from $10,000 to $50,000 of the assessed value of their homestead.
    • Disabled residents will continue to receive a $10,000 exemption from all city ad valorem taxes.

  2. Property Limitations:

    • The exemptions will not apply to land exceeding one acre that is included in the homestead.

  3. Election Requirement:

    • The bill mandates a referendum for residents to vote on the proposed changes, which will take place on November 4, 2025.
    • A two-thirds majority vote in both the House and Senate is required for the bill to become law.

  4. Automatic Repeal Clause:

    • If the referendum does not pass, the provisions of the bill will be automatically repealed one year after the election date.

  5. Implementation Timeline:

    • If approved, the changes will take effect on January 1, 2026.

Impact

  • Affected Population: The bill primarily benefits residents of the City of Lilburn, particularly those aged 65 and older and individuals with disabilities. It aims to alleviate the financial burden of rising property taxes for these groups.
  • Local Government: The City of Lilburn will be responsible for conducting the election and covering the associated costs.

Legislative Actions

  • May 13, 2025: Signed by the Governor and designated as Act 218.
  • April 7, 2025: Sent to the Governor.
  • March 28, 2025: Favorably reported by the Senate Committee and passed by the Senate.
  • March 25, 2025: Favorably reported by the House Committee and passed by the House.

Related Legislation

  • SB 161: A companion bill related to the same subject matter.

This summary provides an overview of House Bill 761, outlining its purpose, key provisions, and potential impact on the residents of Lilburn, Georgia. The bill reflects an effort to enhance tax relief for vulnerable populations within the community.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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