Gorham, NY · Ontario County

No notary required

RP-524 Complaint on Real Property Assessment

Property owners or their representatives use this form to ask the Board of Assessment Review to review a real property assessment.

What this form is

This form lets a property owner or representative file a complaint about the assessment of real property before the Board of Assessment Review. It identifies the property and its assessed value, records the owner’s estimated market value, and asks the complainant to state the grounds for the complaint. It also provides sections for designating a representative, certifying the statements, and recording a stipulation or board decision.

Who needs it

A property owner who wants to challenge an assessment, or a representative filing on the owner’s behalf, uses this complaint 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 owner or representative signs the certification, and the form does not specify a notarized attachment.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The RP-524

    Download the RP-524 Complaint on Real Property Assessment PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete The Complaint

    Enter owner and property information, values, and the grounds for the complaint; sign and date the applicable sections.

  3. 3

    Gather Supporting Documents

    Attach supporting documentation or copies requested by the form, such as an appraisal or exemption application, if applicable.

  4. 4

    Submit The Form

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the RP-524 Complaint on Real Property Assessment?
It is a form for a property owner or representative to present a real property assessment complaint to the Board of Assessment Review.
What information does the RP-524 ask for?
The form requests owner and property details, assessed and estimated market values, supporting information, and the grounds for the complaint. It also includes certification and representative-designation sections.
Do I need a notary for the RP-524 Complaint on Real Property Assessment?
No. The form calls for signatures and dates but has no notary block; it does not specify a notarized attachment.
How do I submit the RP-524 complaint?
The document does not provide submission contact details. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

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