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Assessor's Office
Board of Supervisors District III
Building Permit Processing - Conservation & Development
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Code Enforcement - Conservation & Development
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Does an Assessment Appeal hearing guarantee that my taxes will go down?
The hearing only provides you an opportunity for an unbiased Board to hear the facts from the Assessor’s Office and from you. The Board will make an independent ruling based on the facts presented by both sides.
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How do I withdraw my application?
Your request must be in writing, either on a withdraw form (from the Assessor) or via letter or email to the Assessment Appeals Clerk; you may contact the Clerk via email or phone to confirm receipt. After the Board meets to review your request, you will receive a written Notice approving your withdrawal.
2.
Can I choose my hearing date?
All appeals hearings are scheduled for Thursdays at 9:00 a.m. You will be sent a written Notice approximately 45 days prior to the hearing. If that date does not work for you, send a written request to the Assessment Appeals Clerk to postpone the hearing to another date.
3.
Does an Assessment Appeal hearing guarantee that my taxes will go down?
The hearing only provides you an opportunity for an unbiased Board to hear the facts from the Assessor’s Office and from you. The Board will make an independent ruling based on the facts presented by both sides.
4.
Do I have to return the Notice that I will appear at the hearing?
Yes, you must return the Notice indicating your intent to appear. If you do not return the Notice, then your hearing will automatically be cancelled. However, you should continue to work closely with the Assessor’s Office to resolve the dispute.
5.
My property value has declined during the past few years. What should I do?
You may call the Assessor’s Office for an value revision under Proposition 8 .
You may also file a formal assessment appeal ($40 application fee) to get on the calendar for a formal hearing.
Proposition 8 (925-313-7400)
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My taxes are too high and I can’t pay them. What should I do?
If you believe your property value has declined, you may the Assessor’s Office for an informal value revision (925-313-7400). You may also wish to review the various other items on your property tax bill to see if you qualify for any exemptions (elderly, disabled).
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