Why does the assessed value change from year to year?
The assessed value must reflect 50% of market value. As market value changes, so does your assessment. For instance, if you add a garage to your home, the assessed value increases. However should your property be permanently damaged by fire, the assessed value would decrease. Property owners have a responsibility for reporting any changes made to their property that would affect its value. When you obtain a building permit, our office is notified by the Building Department.

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1. Why does the assessed value change from year to year?
2. Why do assessments go up when a property hasn’t changed?
3. What is taxable value?
4. What is the capped value?
5. If I am unhappy with the assessed value or taxable value, what can I do about it?
6. I will be out of town during the March Board of Review. How can I lodge an appeal?
7. What if I am not satisfied with the Board of Review decision on my appeal?
8. Am I allowed to view my appraisal records?