Chatham County Fire Fee Information

Homeowners have started receiving their "Chatham County Fire Fee Assessment" for 2024. The Chatham County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to repeal the old "Fire Tax" adopted in December 2021, and replace it with the new "Fire Fee Assessment." This fee was voted on and approved on May 13, 2022. 

What you need to know:
The Fire Fee Assessment includes a $0.14 per burnable square foot of your home -OR- $100 land fee (minimum of $100).

The square footage of your home was obtained through the Chatham County Board of Assessors records. To see the information reported on your property from the Chatham Co. Tax Assessor website, click "HERE" and search by name or address.

If you are unclear about your bill and need more information or wish to appeal your bill, please go to the Chatham County Fire Protection website by clicking "HERE"

You can...
  • Learn more under their frequently asked questions tab
  • "Contact" them with questions electronically
  • Pay your bill
  • Appeal your bill