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Metro Atlanta city proposes small property tax increase
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Sam Sachs , WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· July 20, 2026
· 1 min read
The City of Smyrna is hosting a series of public hearings about at ax increase for property owners.According to officials, the millage rate adopted for the coming year’s budget would result in a nearly 2% property tax increase.The city held the first public hearing on July 13 at the city Council ...
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Key takeaway According to officials, the millage rate adopted for the coming year’s budget would result in a nearly 2% property tax increase.
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The proposed property tax increase in Smyrna will be closely watched by homeowners and businesses across metro Atlanta, as it could set a precedent for other cities in the region. With a tentative increase of 0.156 mills, the total millage rate would rise to 8.990 mills, resulting in a nearly 2% property tax increase for owners. For a homestead property valued at $525,000, this translates to an additional $31.20, while non-homestead properties valued at $800,000 would see an increase of approximately $49.92. As Smyrna officials weigh the need for increased revenue against the potential burden on property owners, residents will be looking to see how the city plans to allocate the additional funds and whether neighboring cities will follow suit with similar tax increases. The impact on local economic development and affordability will be a key consideration in the coming weeks.
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Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
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