Board of Assessors
You may obtain applications for the following from the Board of Assesors Office:
Abatements
What are they? An
abatement is a reduction of a property tax based upon a reduction of the
assessed value of the property.
What are the reasons for an abatement? Overvaluation or
disproportionate valuation.
Who may apply?The
property owner applies each year in which there is a dispute regarding
valuation.
When to apply? Applications for abatement must be filed
by the payment due date of the 3rd quarter tax bill.
Where to apply?The Board
of Assessors’ Office.
Exemptions
What are they?A
mechanism to excuse a portion of the tax obligation of a property owner who
meets certain criteria established by State law.
Who may apply?Certain
taxpayers who meet the State criteria for allowing exemptions, such as:
elderly over 70 years of age with financial needs, individuals with certain
disabilities, disabled Veterans, etc.Please contact the Assessors’ office for further information and the
complete listing of groups included in the program.
When to apply? Contact the Assessors’ Office to find out
the deadline for filing an application.
Where to Apply?The Board
of Assessors’ Office
Deferrals
What is a deferral?A
deferral is a postponement of all or part of the tax obligation of an elderly
property owner who meets the criteria established by State law.
Who may apply?Taxpayers
who are 65 years or older and meet the financial requirements.Please contact the Board of Assessors’
Office for requirements.
When to apply? Contact the Assessors’ Office to find out
the deadline for filing an application.
Where to apply?The Board
of Assessors’ Office. |
