Gorham, NY · Ontario County
Complaint on Real Property Assessment
Property owners use this form to ask a Board of Assessment Review to review an assessment on the tentative assessment roll.
What this form is
This form lets a property owner complain about an assessment and state the 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 requested grounds for review. A representative may be designated, and the form includes certification and stipulation sections.
Who needs it
A property owner seeking review of an assessment, or a representative filing 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 certification is signed by the owner or representative, and no notarized attachment or sworn step is specified.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Form
Download the Complaint on Real Property Assessment PDF.
- 2
Complete The Form
Enter owner and property information, estimated market value, supporting details, and the grounds for the complaint.
- 3
Gather Supporting Documents
Attach relevant supporting documentation, such as an appraisal or exemption application, if applicable.
- 4
Sign And Submit
Sign and date the certification, then submit the form to the city department named on it.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Complaint on Real Property Assessment form for?
- It allows a property owner to state grounds for challenging an assessment and provide property details, estimated market value, supporting information, and the requested assessment.
- Who can file this assessment complaint?
- A property owner can file the complaint. The form also allows the 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 has signature and date lines but no notary block; the owner or representative signs the certification, and no notarized attachment or sworn step is specified.
- How do I submit the assessment complaint?
- The form does not give submission instructions or contact details. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
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