The application for abatement must be filed (received by the Assessor) no later than thirty (30) days after the date on which the "actual" tax bill was issued. January 1st of each year is the scheduled issuance date of the "actual" tax bill.
However, you should ask yourself three questions before filing for an abatement:
- Is the data on my property correct?
- Is my value in line with others on my street?
- Is my value in line with recent sale prices in my neighborhood of properties that are sold in the calendar year 2024 (the Fiscal Year 2026 Assessed Value represents the real estate market as of January 1, 2025)?
The Assessing staff will be happy to assist you to determine whether your assessment is fair and equitable.