Norway, NY · Herkimer County

No notary required

Complaint on Real Property Assessment

Property owners or their representatives use this form to complain to the Board of Assessment Review about a real property assessment in Norway.

What this form is

This form lets a property owner explain why an assessment should be changed, including grounds such as unequal, excessive, or unlawful assessment or misclassification. It asks for owner and property details, assessed and estimated market values, supporting information, and the reason for the complaint. It also includes sections for designating a representative, certifying the complaint, and recording a stipulation or board decision.

Who needs it

A property owner seeking review of a real property assessment, or a representative filing the complaint for the owner, uses this form.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This document is signed and dated without a notary; the signer certifies the statements, and the form does not identify a notarized attachment or related step.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Form

    Download the Complaint on Real Property Assessment PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete The Complaint

    Enter the owner, property, assessment, and estimated market value information, then identify the grounds for the complaint.

  3. 3

    Gather Supporting Documents

    Attach any supporting explanation or documentation, such as an appraisal copy or exemption application if applicable.

  4. 4

    Sign And Submit

    Sign and date the certification, then submit the form to the city department named on it; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Complaint on Real Property Assessment form for?
It lets a property owner or representative explain why a real property assessment should be reviewed, including the grounds for the complaint and supporting value information.
Who can file this assessment complaint?
A property owner can file the complaint. The form also provides for an owner to designate a representative to act in proceedings before the Board of Assessment Review.
Do I need a notary for the Complaint on Real Property Assessment?
No. The form calls for a signature and date, plus a certification by the signer; it does not identify a notarized attachment or related step.
How do I submit the assessment complaint?
The form does not state where to submit it. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

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This Complaint on Real Property Assessment doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Norway form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.