Ohio Administrative Code
Title 5703 - Department of Taxation
Chapter 5703-29 - Commercial Activity Tax
Section 5703-29-05 - Commercial activity tax taxpayers must file and pay electronically

(1) The returns shall be filed electronically by using the Ohio business gateway as defined in section 718.01 of the Revised Code. Alternatively, a calendar year taxpayer may utilize the Ohio telefile system;

(2) The payment shall be made electronically by using the Ohio business gateway , or in the manner prescribed by rules adopted by the treasurer of state under section 113.061 of the Revised Code. Alternatively, a calendar year taxpayer may utilize the Ohio telefile system.

(1) Any person may apply to the tax commissioner to be excused from the requirement to file and pay electronically under paragraph (A) of this rule. If a form is prescribed by the commissioner for such purpose, which shall be posted on the department of taxation's web site, the person shall complete such form.

(2) The commissioner will notify the person in writing of the commissioner's decision. Unless an earlier date is specified in the notice, the excuse shall continue to apply until revoked in writing by the commissioner. The denial or revocation of an excuse under this paragraph is not a final determination of the commissioner and is not subject to further appeal.