Licking County Auditor Property Search, GIS Maps & Records

Which Licking County Office Handles Your Property Question?

Start with the Auditor for ownership and property assessments. Some tasks, particularly payments and legal documents, belong to another office.

Useful habit: Save the full Auditor PIN as soon as you locate the property. It helps prevent confusion when you move between OnTrac, maps, the Treasurer, the Recorder and county forms.

How to Search Licking County Auditor Property Records

OnTrac is the county’s official property information system. You can use it to investigate a house, business property, agricultural parcel or vacant lot without starting with a paid real estate directory.

Search by property address

1. Open the county’s official OnTrac portal.

   Visit Licking County OnTrac. The county Auditor homepage also links to it.

2. Choose the property-search option.

   Use the available search field or search selector to search by address.

3. Enter the location.

   Start with the house number and main street name. If you receive no matches, shorten the address by removing unnecessary punctuation, unit details or suffixes.

4. Select the correct parcel.

   Compare the street address and owner with the expected property. One street address may be associated with more than one parcel.

5. Open the full record.

   Review the PIN, owner, mailing address, values, property characteristics and available transfers. Save or print relevant information.

Search by owner’s name

An owner-name lookup is useful when you know the person or business but not the property address.

1. Open OnTrac.

   Use the owner-name search option where provided.

2. Enter the owner or business name.

   Begin with the surname or the most distinctive part of the legal name.

3. Try fewer words if no match appears.

   Remove punctuation, middle initials and unnecessary business suffixes. A trust or LLC may be listed under a different legal name from the occupant.

4. Compare the results.

   Check the property location, PIN and legal description. Do not assume every matching surname belongs to the same person.

Search by Auditor parcel PIN

A PIN is usually the most precise way to find an existing county parcel record.

1. Find the PIN.

   Look for it on an existing tax document, prior OnTrac result or county correspondence.

2. Enter the full PIN.

   Copy the identifier exactly, including any leading zeros and formatting accepted by the portal.

3. Verify the property.

   Check the recorded address, ownership and tax district before making a payment or using the PIN on an application.

What if your search returns the wrong property?

First confirm the PIN and address. For a condominium, confirm the unit and legal description. For vacant land without an ordinary street number, search by owner or use the parcel map.

If several parcels share a mailing address, compare their map locations and legal descriptions. If the property record remains unclear, call the Auditor at 740-670-5040.

Licking County GIS Property Map and Tax Parcel Viewer

The Licking County Tax Parcel Viewer is especially useful when you need to locate land geographically, compare nearby properties or prepare a map for reference.

Unlike a basic property search, this interactive viewer includes mapping tools, parcel selections, reports, measurement functions and downloadable information.

How to search the parcel map

1. Open the official Tax Parcel Viewer.

   Visit Licking County Tax Parcel Viewer.

2. Read and accept the map disclaimer.

   The county explains that its GIS information is for reference and does not replace recorded legal descriptions or property surveys.

3. Use the search box.

   Search by property address, owner’s name or Auditor PIN.

4. Select the matching parcel.

   Review its map position and available attributes. Compare them with your OnTrac record.

5. Choose the tool you need.

   Use the available report, map, measurement, layer or download controls to complete your research.

Exact search formats used by the county map

What can you do with the map tools?

The map viewer can also support downloadable CSV information for selected property results.

GIS downloads and data layers

The county makes geographic data available for broader analysis. Published categories include municipal boundaries, parcel information, road centerlines, road rights of way and township areas.

The GIS documentation describes data referenced to Ohio State Plane South, NAD 83, in feet. Users working with GIS software should retain the coordinate-system details when combining data from different sources.

Understanding Licking County Property Values and Assessment Records

Your OnTrac record may contain several different value figures. Knowing what each one represents can prevent confusion when comparing properties or reviewing a tax bill.

Example: Market value versus assessed value

Suppose a Newark home has a full appraised value of $250,000. Under Ohio’s standard 35% assessment ratio, the assessed value would generally be $87,500 before adjustments.

That does not mean the homeowner owes $87,500 in taxes. The actual bill depends on applicable levies, reductions, exemptions, credits and the property’s tax district.

A home in Newark, a property in Johnstown and rural land near Granville can have different effective tax rates even when their market values are similar.

What should you check if the record looks incorrect?

Compare the listed acreage, building size, property use, dwelling characteristics, recent improvements and any exemptions. A demolished structure or incorrect building detail may justify asking for a record correction.

Keep photographs, supporting documents and the parcel PIN when contacting the Auditor. A value disagreement and a factual record error can require different procedures.

Also remember that not every recorded transfer represents an ordinary market sale. Family transfers, estate transactions and other special conveyances may not provide reliable comparable-sale evidence.

Licking County Property Tax Search, Bills and Payments

The Auditor determines property values and maintains relevant tax information. The Licking County Treasurer collects real estate taxes, manufactured-home taxes and special assessments.

For a current balance, delinquency, payment receipt or tax due date, use the Treasurer rather than relying on the Auditor’s appraisal alone.

How to check your property tax information

1. Find your property in OnTrac.

   Use the official search system and save the full parcel PIN.

2. Open the Treasurer website.

   Visit Licking County Treasurer.

3. Follow the OnTrac tax information link.

   The Treasurer’s official page directs visitors to OnTrac for tax information and property records.

4. Review the tax-year details.

   Check the correct parcel, tax period, billed amount, credits, special assessments and available payment status.

5. Complete the appropriate payment process.

   Follow the current official payment instructions and verify any processing charges before paying. Save your receipt or confirmation.

Who should you call about a tax problem?

Treasurer’s Office: 20 South Second Street, Newark, OH 43055. Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM, excluding holidays.

Property-tax due dates differ by collection period. Use the current Treasurer statement for the exact deadline rather than relying on dates published for earlier years.

How to Appeal a Licking County Property Valuation

If you believe the Auditor has assigned an incorrect market value to your property, you may be eligible to file a complaint with the Licking County Board of Revision.

The Board of Revision is a formal county body that reviews qualifying property valuation and assessment disputes. Its members include the Auditor, Treasurer and a County Commissioner or their authorized representatives.

Before you file

Gather evidence showing the property’s market value for the relevant valuation date. Helpful materials may include a recent arm’s-length sale, independent appraisal, comparable sales, photographs of serious property damage or documentation of incorrect property characteristics.

1. Review your entire OnTrac record.

   Write down the PIN, market land value, improvement value and total market value. Verify the building facts and property classification.

2. Decide whether the issue is a factual error or value disagreement.

   A wrong building size or property description may need an Auditor correction. A supported disagreement over market value may require a formal complaint.

3. Obtain the correct complaint form.

   Ohio uses DTE 1 for complaints against the valuation of real property. Contact the Auditor for the current form and accepted filing methods.

4. State the requested market value.

   Explain your evidence and include supporting documents relevant to the correct valuation period.

5. Submit the complaint by the statutory deadline.

   Ohio’s ordinary annual valuation-complaint deadline is March 31, subject to applicable statutory rules. Confirm the filing period and local instructions with the Auditor.

6. Prepare for any scheduled hearing.

   Keep copies of the signed complaint, submitted evidence, delivery confirmation and county notices.

Some older Licking County Board of Revision form pages have been inactive. For the current form, submission process and hearing instructions, contact the official Auditor’s Office at 740-670-5040.

Licking County Homestead Exemption and Owner-Occupancy Credit

Ohio has property tax reduction programs that can help qualifying homeowners. Two commonly confused programs are the Homestead Exemption and the owner-occupancy reduction.

Homestead Exemption

Homestead may reduce taxable property value for eligible homeowners who meet the applicable residence and statutory requirements.

How to apply

1. Confirm your eligibility category.

   Identify whether you are applying based on age, disability, eligible veteran status or a qualifying surviving-spouse provision.

2. Obtain the current application.

   The general Homestead application is DTE 105A. Different categories may require other forms, including DTE 105I for qualifying disabled veterans.

3. Prepare the necessary details.

   Have the parcel PIN, property address, ownership information, required income information and any relevant disability or veteran documentation.

4. Submit to the Licking County Auditor.

   Ask the office for the current form, accepted submission method and tax-year deadline. Keep a copy of the complete application.

5. Check the resulting property record.

   After approval and processing, verify that the appropriate reduction appears on the relevant tax information.

For an official explanation of Ohio eligibility and means testing, consult the Ohio Department of Taxation Homestead guidance.

Owner-occupancy reduction

Owner occupancy is a separate benefit for homeowners who meet the principal-residence requirements. You do not have to qualify for the standard senior or disability Homestead category merely to be considered for owner-occupancy treatment.

The usual application is DTE 105C. Check whether the reduction is already listed on your parcel before submitting a new application. A rental or second home generally does not qualify as the owner’s principal residence.

Damaged or destroyed property

If a fire, storm, demolition or other qualifying event substantially damages a structure, Ohio provides a process for requesting a temporary valuation deduction. Form DTE 26 is commonly used for this purpose.

Document the date and type of damage, take photographs, and contact the Auditor promptly. The filing deadlines depend on the event and statutory requirements.

Licking County CAUV Agricultural Land Valuation

The Current Agricultural Use Value program, known as CAUV, allows eligible agricultural land to be valued based on qualifying agricultural use rather than ordinary development-market potential.

It can be important for commercial farmland in Licking County, especially where surrounding development creates pressure on land values.

Who may qualify for CAUV?

Ohio’s CAUV program generally includes land devoted exclusively to qualifying commercial agricultural use for the required period. The rules ordinarily address farms of at least 10 qualifying acres and allow some smaller tracts to qualify under applicable agricultural-income requirements.

Depending on the circumstances, qualifying agricultural use can involve crop production, pasture, commercial livestock operations, horticulture and other legally recognized agricultural activities.

Simply owning undeveloped or wooded land does not automatically make a parcel eligible.

How to apply or renew

1. Identify the agricultural parcels.

   Gather their complete PINs, acreage, land-use details and ownership information.

2. Check the land-use history.

   Document qualifying agricultural activities for the period required by Ohio law.

3. Use the correct application.

   Ohio’s initial CAUV application is generally DTE 109, with renewal paperwork generally designated DTE 109A.

4. Prepare supporting records.

   Depending on the property, these may include agricultural income records, crop or pasture information, conservation documents and acreage details.

5. Submit by the applicable filing deadline.

   Initial applications and renewals are time-sensitive. Contact the Auditor for the current deadline, fee and local filing instructions.

The Ohio CAUV application cycle generally takes place early in the tax year, with the standard initial filing period tied to the first Monday in March. Special circumstances and statutory exceptions can affect processing.

Also ask whether Agricultural District enrollment applies to your circumstances. Agricultural District and CAUV are related but distinct Ohio programs.

Licking County Property Transfers, Conveyances, Splits and Merges

Real estate transfers often involve more than recording a deed. The Auditor handles the conveyance and tax-list transfer process, while the Recorder maintains the permanent recorded instrument.

Transfers may also require review by the County Engineer, especially when legal descriptions, surveys, splits or parcel combinations are involved.

Property transfer workflow

1. Find the existing parcel PIN.

   Open OnTrac and verify the owner, legal description and parcel information.

2. Determine which conveyance statement applies.

   A taxable conveyance commonly involves DTE 100. Certain exempt transfers use DTE 100EX. Different property circumstances may require additional forms.

3. Check legal-description requirements.

   For surveys, divisions or legal descriptions requiring approval, consult the Engineer Map Department before presenting the transfer packet.

4. Present the completed documents to the Auditor.

   Include the required conveyance statement, deed, PINs, supporting approvals and applicable payment arrangements.

5. Record the approved instrument.

   Complete the Recorder’s requirements and pay the appropriate recording fees.

6. Verify the updated ownership.

   Later, search OnTrac again to check the parcel and compare the result with the recorded deed.

Same-day transfer cutoff

Effective May 1, 2026, the Licking County Auditor implemented a 4:00 PM cutoff for same-day property transfers. This includes conveyances, exempt transfers, splits and merges.

For time-sensitive transactions, arrive well before 4:00 PM with the required forms and any Engineer approvals. An incomplete packet may prevent processing even if it is presented before the cutoff.

Split-listed parcels

The county’s GIS documentation notes that one Auditor parcel may contain multiple described tracts or platted lots. A single tract spanning multiple taxing districts can also be represented by multiple parcel records.

These situations can complicate ownership searches and transfers. A split-listed parcel cannot simply be treated as independently transferable land without confirming its legal status.

Licking County Engineer Maps, Surveys and Printed Map Fees

The County Engineer Map Department maintains official tax maps and reviews legal descriptions and surveys associated with property transfers.

For a survey or legal-description question, the Engineer’s office is more appropriate than relying entirely on an online parcel map.

Official printed map prices

These prices are listed on the official Engineer Map Department page. Confirm current prices and availability before ordering.

Engineer Map Department: 740-670-5280, 20 South Second Street, Newark, OH 43055.

The Map Department also provides a review route for surveys and legal descriptions before property transfers. Submit the required information according to its current instructions.

Search Licking County Deeds, Mortgages and Recorded Documents

If you need a legal deed, mortgage, lien, release, easement or other recorded real estate instrument, the County Recorder maintains those documents.

The Auditor’s parcel record is useful for identifying a property, but it should not be treated as a substitute for a recorded deed or a complete title search.

How to research a recorded deed

1. Find the property owner and PIN.

   Search OnTrac first. Note the owner name and any available transfer information.

2. Open the Recorder’s official page.

   Visit Licking County Recorder.

3. Choose the records-search system.

   Use the Recorder’s linked online index or the county applications page for available recording-search tools.

4. Search by name or document information.

   Try grantor/grantee names, the approximate recording date or an instrument number.

5. Open the matching instrument.

   Check the parties, document type, recording date and legal description. Request a certified copy if the transaction requires one.

The Recorder states that online document access includes recordings beginning September 22, 1997. The office also maintains older historical record books and indexes.

Recorder fees and office hours

The Recorder’s published standard recording-fee schedule lists a $39 fee for standard documents of one or two pages, with an $8 charge for each additional page under the relevant schedule. Its fee notices also identify a preservation surcharge effective January 1, 2025.

Because document-specific fees and surcharges can vary, review the Recorder’s official fee page for the total applicable to your filing.

Recorder: Bryan Long
Phone: 740-670-5300
Address: 20 South Second Street, Newark, OH 43055
Office hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Recording hours: 8:30 AM–4:15 PM

The Recorder also accepts certain electronic recordings from participating professional submitters through approved eRecording providers.

Licking County Dog Licenses: Renewal, Fees and Registration

The Auditor administers Licking County dog licensing. Ohio generally requires dogs aged three months or older to be licensed, and the county provides one-year, three-year and longer-term registration options.

The normal annual renewal window begins December 1 and runs through January 31. Late registration may involve penalties, with exceptions for certain newly acquired dogs or puppies.

How to get or renew a license

1. Open the county dog licensing system.

   Visit Licking County Dog License Information.

2. Choose the appropriate registration type.

   Review one-year, three-year, permanent and other applicable license categories.

3. Enter the dog’s and owner’s information.

   Provide the necessary contact details and select the registration matching the dog.

4. Check fees and any late penalty.

   Review the final amount before completing payment or submitting a mail-in form.

5. Keep the license details.

   Save the confirmation and follow the county’s instructions for tag delivery or collection.

Dog license fees on the county’s 2026 application

These amounts appear on the county’s 2026 dog license application. Online processing charges, category restrictions and future license-year rates may differ. Confirm the final charge before paying.

Download the official dog license application PDF.

The county also provides replacement-tag procedures, puppy eligibility information and personalized tag rules. Personalized and dangerous-dog licenses may require in-person handling rather than an ordinary online purchase.

Dog license help: 740-670-5072.

Other Useful Licking County Auditor Services

In addition to maintaining real estate assessment information, the Auditor has important fiscal, licensing and administrative responsibilities.

Historical property and tax records

Some researchers need records much older than OnTrac. The Licking County Records and Archives Center holds historical materials created by the Auditor’s office.

Published holdings include duplicate tax lists covering 1834–1944, an 1840 tax roll, early assessment records, historic Board of Revision materials and an 1835 abstract of land, town lots and houses.

For historic ownership or taxation research, begin with the official Auditor archival collections page.

Records and Archives: 740-670-5121.

For current certified property records rather than historical research, contact the Auditor or Recorder directly.

Licking County Auditor Office: Address, Phone and Hours

Important Licking County contacts

If you live near Newark, Pataskala, Heath, Granville, Johnstown, Hebron, Utica or elsewhere in Licking County, the countywide Auditor records are the appropriate starting point for most property assessment questions.