Income Tax
The current income tax rate in the Village of Bratenahl is 2.0% and is imposed on earned income, consisting of wages, salaries, and the net profit of business attributable to activities in the municipality, including rental income. A partial credit is allowed for income tax paid to other cities. As with the federal and state income tax, much of the local income tax is collected through employer payroll withholding. By contractual agreement, Regional Income Tax Agency (RITA), administers and collects income taxes on behalf of the Village.
Bratenahl, like many communities, has a “must file” rule, whereby all residents 18 years and older are required to file a tax return (or a valid exemption certificate) with RITA by April 15 of each year for the previous calendar year.
Visit https://www.ritaohio.com/Individuals/Home/File, for general tax information, e-file returns, download forms, and make tax payments. Residents new to Bratenahl must register with RITA as soon as practical. The registration form is available on the RITA website listed above.