Based upon legal descriptions, tax map keys identify individual pieces of property for tax purposes. All matters concerning your property should be made in reference to the tax map key. Real property taxes are calculated by multiplying assessed values less any exemptions by the appropriate tax rate. Once a year, on March 15, property owners receive an assessment notice. The notice lists the assessed value, exemptions, net taxable value and general land classification.
Properties receiving homeowner exemptions and condominiums are exceptions.
Properties which have been granted a homeowner exemption are classified as Homeowner. If you do not agree with the assessed value or tax classification on your assessment notice, you may file an appeal with the Real Property Tax Division Board of Review or the Tax Appeal Court. All appeals must be filed by April 9. Even though you have an appeal pending, you must pay all taxes by the due dates or you will be charged penalty and interest. There are a variety of tax relief programs offered to qualifying property owners.