Submitted by Jo Ann Woickelman.
From January through March of each year, a window of opportunity opens for those of you who disagree with the town’s assessment of your property. This is the time when you may apply to appear before the Board of Assessment Appeals, who will decide whether your particular assessment should be adjusted. Here’s what you need to know.
When you will need to apply: Applications will be available at the Assessor’s Office or on-line beginning in mid-January. Your completed application must be received in the Assessor’s Office by February 20, 2020.
When the hearings will be held: The Board of Assessment Appeals will hold hearings in March of 2020. You will be notified of the date and time of your appointment via a phone call. The Board will try its best to accommodate your schedule with daytime and evening appointments.
What you will need to attach to application: You should bring any evidence that supports your position i.e. a recent appraisal (not bank appraisal), invoices, contracts, photographs, maps, letters, etc. In addition, the Board may decide to schedule a site visit to see the property first hand.
What happens next: An Action Letter with the Board’s decision will be sent to you within 1 weeks of your hearing.
See you in March! David Beckman, Craig Salonia, Jo Ann R. Woickelman
