Access Macon County Property Tax Records

Macon County property tax records are kept by the Revenue Commissioner in Tuskegee. You can search parcels, check assessed values, and pay taxes online or in person at the courthouse.

Macon County Revenue Commissioner

The Macon County Revenue Commissioner handles all property tax functions. This office assesses property, calculates taxes, and collects payments. Iverson Gandy Jr., JD serves as the current Revenue Commissioner. His office is in the Macon County Courthouse in Tuskegee. Staff can help you find property records, check tax amounts, and set up payment plans if you need them.

The Revenue Commissioner keeps records on every parcel in Macon County. These records show who owns each property, what it is worth, and how much tax is due. You can get copies of tax records, property cards, and assessment data from this office. The staff can also help with homestead exemptions and other tax relief programs available to Macon County residents.

Search Macon County Property Records Online

Macon County offers online access to property tax records through the Capture CAMA system. This free tool lets you search for any property in the county. You can look up parcels by owner name, address, or parcel number. The site shows property details, assessed values, and tax information. No account or login is needed to search basic records.

To search property records in Macon County online, go to macon.capturecama.com. The main search page lets you pick how you want to find the property. Most people search by owner name or street address. Type in the info and click search. The system shows all matching properties. Click on a result to see the full property card with details on the land, buildings, and tax amounts.

The online system shows:

• Owner name and mailing address
• Property location and legal description
• Land size and building details
• Market value and assessed value
• Tax class and millage rates
• Current and past tax amounts
• Exemptions on the property

The GIS mapping feature lets you view properties on a map. You can click on any parcel to see basic info. This helps when you know where a property is but not the address. The map shows property lines, roads, and aerial photos. Macon County updates the online records each year after the tax roll is certified.

Macon County Property Tax Rates

Property tax rates in Macon County are set by several taxing bodies. The state, county, schools, and cities all add their own millage. One mill equals $1 in tax for every $1,000 of assessed value. Alabama has some of the lowest property taxes in the nation, and Macon County rates are typical for the state.

How your tax is figured in Macon County depends on how the property is used. Homes are assessed at 10% of market value. Business property is assessed at 20%. Farm and timber land may qualify for current use value, which is often lower. The Revenue Commissioner sets the appraised value, then applies the assessment rate, then applies the millage rates to get your tax bill.

The main taxes on property in Macon County include:

• State of Alabama: 6.5 mills
• Macon County general fund
• Macon County schools
• City taxes if inside city limits

Your exact rate depends on where your property sits in Macon County. Properties in Tuskegee pay city tax on top of the county and state rates. Properties outside city limits pay only county and state. Call the Revenue Commissioner for the exact millage that applies to your property in Macon County.

Pay Property Taxes in Macon County

Property taxes in Macon County are due October 1 each year. You have until December 31 to pay without penalty. After that date, interest and fees start to add up. The Revenue Commissioner sends tax bills in the fall. If you do not get a bill, you are still required to pay on time. Not getting a bill is not an excuse for late payment under Alabama law.

You can pay your Macon County property taxes in several ways. In person at the courthouse is the most common. Bring your tax bill or parcel number. The office accepts cash, check, and money order. Some credit cards may be accepted with a fee. You can also mail your payment to the Revenue Commissioner. Include your parcel number and make the check out to Macon County Revenue Commissioner.

If you pay late in Macon County, here is what happens:

• January 1: Interest starts at 1% per month
• Additional fees and costs accrue
• After two years: Tax lien sale
• After three years: Property may be sold

Alabama law under Code of Alabama Title 40, Chapter 10 governs delinquent tax sales. If you cannot pay, contact the Revenue Commissioner to ask about payment plans. Getting on a plan early helps you avoid extra costs and keeps your property safe from a tax sale in Macon County.

Property Tax Exemptions in Macon County

Macon County residents may qualify for exemptions that lower their property tax bill. The most common is the homestead exemption for your main home. To get it, you must own and live in the property as your primary residence. You apply once and it stays on the property as long as you live there. The exemption removes some of the assessed value before taxes are calculated.

Seniors age 65 and older can get extra breaks in Macon County. The senior exemption exempts all state property tax and may reduce county taxes. You must apply and show proof of age. Disabled residents may also qualify for similar relief. Veterans with service-connected disabilities can get an exemption as well. Each program has its own rules, so check with the Revenue Commissioner about which ones you may be able to use in Macon County.

The main exemptions in Macon County are:

• Homestead exemption: Up to $4,000 of assessed value
• Senior exemption (65+): Exempts state tax, reduces county
• Disability exemption: Similar to senior
• Veteran disability: Based on VA rating
• Current use: Farm, forest, or wildlife land

Apply for exemptions at the Revenue Commissioner office in Tuskegee. Bring your deed, ID, and any proof needed for the type of exemption you want. The deadline to apply for a new exemption is December 31 for the next tax year in Macon County.

Appeal Property Values in Macon County

If you think your property is assessed too high in Macon County, you can appeal. The first step is to talk to the Revenue Commissioner. Staff can explain how they got the value and fix any errors. Sometimes the issue is simple, like wrong square footage or a mistake on the property type. These informal talks resolve many disputes.

If you still disagree after meeting with the Revenue Commissioner, you can file a formal appeal. Under Code of Alabama Section 40-3-24, you have the right to appeal to the Board of Equalization. This board meets to hear property value disputes. You present your case, and they decide if the value should change. Bring evidence like recent sales of similar properties, an appraisal, or photos showing problems with the property.

The appeal timeline in Macon County:

• Review your assessment notice when it arrives
• Meet with Revenue Commissioner staff first
• File appeal with Board of Equalization by deadline
• Attend hearing and present evidence
• Receive decision from the board
• Further appeal to circuit court if needed

Acting fast is key. You have a limited window to file an appeal each year in Macon County. Missing the deadline means you wait until next year to dispute the value.

Related Records in Macon County

Other offices in Macon County keep records tied to property. The Probate Court handles deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents. When property sells, the deed goes on file there. You can search deed records to trace who owned a property over time. The Probate Court also handles estates, which may include property transfers after someone dies in Macon County.

The Circuit Clerk keeps court records that may affect property. Tax lien cases, quiet title actions, and partition suits are all filed there. If there is a legal dispute over who owns a property, the court records will have details. For foreclosure records, check both the court and the probate office since some go through each depending on the type of loan.

Macon County agencies with related records:

• Probate Court: Deeds, mortgages, plats, estates
• Circuit Clerk: Lawsuits involving property
• Revenue Commissioner: Tax records, exemptions
• Planning and Zoning: Land use, building permits

Tuskegee University is a major presence in Macon County. Properties owned by the university are exempt from property tax as educational property. However, private homes and businesses near campus still pay tax. The Revenue Commissioner can tell you if a specific property is taxable or exempt in Macon County.

Cities in Macon County

Macon County has several cities and towns. All property taxes are assessed and collected by the county Revenue Commissioner. Cities may add their own millage to the tax rate. The main cities in Macon County are Tuskegee, Shorter, Notasulga, and Franklin.

Property owners in these cities pay both city and county taxes. Contact the Revenue Commissioner to find out the exact rate for your location in Macon County.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Macon County. If your property is near a county line, make sure you know which county it is in. You must pay taxes to the correct county.