Fannie County tax commissioner proposes removal of mobile home decal requirement

Fannin County is poised to simplify mobile home tax processes by potentially eliminating the requirement for mobile home decals. Tax Commissioner Julie Walker presented this proposal during the Fannin County Board of Commissioners meeting, highlighting the inefficiencies of the current system.

Currently, mobile home owners in Fannin County must display a decal to prove they have paid their yearly mobile home tax. However, Walker noted that enforcement of this requirement is lacking, as there is no one designated to check for these decals. With advancements in technology, the county can track tax payments electronically, making the physical decal unnecessary.

The proposed change stems from a state bill passed in 2021, which allows counties in Georgia to opt out of the decal requirement. Walker explained that many counties have already adopted this method, and Fannin County could save over $1,000 annually on decal production and postage costs.

As of now, Fannin County has approximately 1,200 mobile homes, generating around $74,000 in tax bills each year. Walker reported that $47,000 has already been collected for this year, emphasizing that while the decals may be removed, the collection of mobile home taxes will continue as usual.

This resolution aims to streamline the tax process for mobile home owners, reducing unnecessary burdens while ensuring that tax revenue remains intact. The board will consider this proposal in upcoming discussions, with the potential for a vote on the matter in the near future.