Tax Rate Changes and Impacts for Charles Town Homeowners
Laying the Levy amid property tax questions
The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, May 1, 2025
In an April session, the Jefferson County Commission carried out its annual practice of 'laying the levy,' a routine yet complex process concerning property taxes. While homeowners and business proprietors in towns like Charles Town and Ranson may see slight increases in their tax bills, the reduction in the percentage rate of the new levy means they effectively benefit from a tax cut. This is due to a state law that limits property tax charges to 101 percent of the previous year’s amounts. Local residents engaged in property assessments this year may find themselves amidst evolving discussions around tax implications and community funding, as highlighted by The Spirit of Jefferson.
