2009-04-08 Board of Equalization Mtg.

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City of Centerville Appeals Procedure Each spring Anoka County sends out a property tax bill. Three factors that affect the tax bill are: 1. The amount your local governments (town, city, county, etc.) spend to provide services to your community, 2. the taxable market value of your property, and 3. the classification of your property (how it is used). The assessor determines the final two factors. You may appeal the value or classification of your property. Informal Appeal ~ Property owners are encouraged to call the appraiser or assessor whenever they have questions or concerns about their market value, classification of the properly, or the assessment process. ~ Almost all questions can be answered during this informal appeal process ~ When taxpayers call questioning their market value, every effort is made to make an appointment to inspect properties that were not previously inspected. ~ If the data on the property is correct, the appraiser is able to show the property owner other sales in the market that support the estimated market value. ~ If errors are found during the inspection, or other factors indicate a value reduction is warranted, the appraiser can easily make the changes at this time. Local Board of Equalization ~ The Local Board of Equalization includes the mayor and city council members. ~ The Board meets during April and early May. ~ Taxpayers can make their appeal in person or by letter. ~ The assessor is present to answer any questions and present evidence supporting their value. County Board of Appeal and Equalization In order to appeal to the County Board of Appeal and Equalization, a property owner must first appeal to the Local Board of Appeal and Equalization. ~ The County Board of Appeal and Equalization follows the Local Board of Appeal and Equalization in the assessment appeals process. ~ Their role is to ensure equalization among individual assessment districts and classes of property. 77