Those wishing to file a real estate abatement form must do so by Feb. 3.
A real estate abatement can be granted when a property owner disagrees with the assessed value of their property, based on valuation. The amount of taxes, a change in valuation, or services received will not be considered reasons for abatement. The abatement is normally for real estate and not personal property.
Applications (available at the Assessor’s Office) must be dropped off there by 4 p.m. on Feb. 3 or postmarked by that date.
Those filing must provide their opinion of value on the form. Some common reasons for filing are incorrect data, similar property sales indicate lower value, or assessed value of similar properties prove lower value.
The Board of Assessors has 90 days to make a decision on an appeal. Those who don’t agree with the board’s decision can file an appeal with the state Appellate Tax Board within 90 days.
Even if an abatement form is filled out and sent to the Assessor’s Office, taxes must still be paid to avoid penalties.
Property tax abatement forms due by Feb. 3
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