Columbia County’s Chief Appraiser, Morgan Aune, urges property owners affected by Hurricane Helene to report any damage to their homes to the county.

As part of the county’s annual property valuation process, Aune emphasizes the importance of residents contacting the assessor’s office to ensure accurate damage assessments.

While the county has conducted initial assessments, some homes may have been missed due to inaccessibility or unseen damage.

Property owners are encouraged to reach out if their property was affected by the storm, particularly if it has not yet been assessed. Providing estimates from contractors or insurance adjusters also will assist in determining accurate property values.

To report damage, residents can visit the tax assessor’s office at 630 Ronald Reagan Drive, Building C, First Floor; call the office at (706) 312-7474; or email assessor@columbiacountyga.gov.

The tax assessor’s office will continue to assess properties until late February or mid-March.