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Income Tax

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This will be the sixth year for the Village of Walton Hills in-house income tax collections. The Village of Walton Hills continues to pride itself on customer service. The local majority of communities in Ohio collect their own income taxes. Prior to establishing its own collections in November 2006, the Village's role was primarily assisting its outside collector with updated residential and employer information, building permit activity and property owner information. The proximity of having the tax office in the Village is an added benefit where your municipal income tax return can be prepared at no cost by a member of the Finance Department.

The Village has specifically tailored its tax returns and forms for its residents and employers. Forms can be downloaded from the Village's website. The website's new feature "Individual Auto Calc Return" allows a tax preparer to enter income tax information onto an electronic form that will automatically and accurately calculate one's return. Once finished, the return can be printed out and sent to the Village.

For individuals under 18 years of age, income is not taxable by the Village or for most communities. If local taxes are withheld by an employer while under 18, the local taxes should be refunded by the municipality that received the local tax.

The Village does not tax interest income, retirement income, pensions, social security, dividends and capital gains; therefore, individuals who are retired and have established themselves as "retired" with the Village do not have to file with the Village. All Walton Hills income tax laws can be viewed by clicking the "Codified Ordinances of Walton Hills, Ohio Chapter 890" on the right.

FAQ's

Listed below is a series of topics that present the basic facts about Walton Hills’ municipal income tax.

What is the Village of Walton Hills Income Tax rate?
Effective September 1, 2002 Walton Hills’ tax rate is 2%. The income tax rate prior to September 1, 2002 was one percent (1%).

How do I know that I am a resident of the Village or some other municipality?
If you are a registered voter, it should be easy to determine your residency. Generally speaking, if you vote in a specific village or city, you live in that village or city.

I am a Walton Hills resident and work in an area with no municipal tax or where the tax withheld is lower than Walton Hills’ 2% rate. When do I pay Walton Hills the difference that is due them?
You must estimate the tax due with your annual tax return of each year, if the estimate of tax that will not be withheld exceeds one hundred twenty dollars ($120.00). On the annual tax return you must estimate the amount of tax you will owe for the current year. One-fourth of the estimate must be paid with your annual tax return or by April 30. The remaining quarterly payments are due July 31, October 31, and January 31.

Is there an age limit for individuals subject to Walton Hills Income Tax?
Yes. All individuals under 18 years of age are exempt from Walton Hills Income Tax and are eligible for a refund of municipal tax withheld and received by the Village. However, individuals are subject to the tax for any earnings after they become 18.

My spouse and I file separately at the federal and state levels. Do I have to do the same for municipal purposes?
No. A husband and wife may elect to file separately or jointly regardless of their federal or state filing status.

How do I know that the tax information I submit will remain confidential?
Section 890.43 of the Walton Hills Municipal Code states that “Any information gained as the result of any returns, investigations, hearings or verifications required or authorized by the income tax laws shall be confidential, except for official purposes or except in accordance with proper judicial order.”

Can I receive assistance in preparing my Village of Walton Hills Income Tax Return?
Yes. Income Tax Division personnel will assist you either by phone, mail or in person. Our office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Please feel free to call 440-232-7800 or visit us at the Village Hall (7595 Walton Rd). If visiting in person, please bring a copy of your Federal Tax Return and all of your W-2s and 1099s. These items will help us assist you in preparing your Walton Hills tax return.

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