What does the RP-305 application do?

It collects information about a parcel and its agricultural use so a landowner can apply for an agricultural assessment. The assessor uses the form’s designated sections.

Who should complete the agricultural assessment application?

Landowners seeking an agricultural assessment should complete Parts 1 and 10, along with any other parts that apply to their land or operation.

Do I need a notary for the RP-305 application?

No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. Where applicable, it asks for a copy of the lease or an affidavit (Form RP-305-c) attesting to the lease.

How do I submit the RP-305 application?

File the application with the assessor. The form does not provide an address, email, online portal, or fee.

Westford, NY · Otsego County

No notary required

Agricultural Assessment Application RP-305

Landowners use this application to provide information about agricultural land and request an agricultural assessment from the local assessor.

What this form is

The RP-305 application collects parcel, acreage, land-use, farm-sales, and ownership information for an agricultural assessment. Landowners complete Parts 1 and 10 and any other parts that apply to their operation; the form says it may be filed with the assessor. It also explains that land receiving an assessment may be subject to a payment if converted to nonagricultural use.

Who needs it

Landowners seeking an agricultural assessment for eligible land should complete the application and all parts that apply to their property or farm operation.

How to submit it

File it with the assessor, as the form directs; the document does not list an address, email, online portal, or fee.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; where applicable, attach a copy of the lease or an affidavit (Form RP-305-c) attesting to the lease.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the RP-305 Agricultural Assessment Application PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Complete Parts 1 and 10, plus any other parts that apply to your land and operation.
3
Gather Any Required Attachment
If applicable, attach a copy of the lease or an affidavit (Form RP-305-c) attesting to the lease.
4
Sign And File With The Assessor
Sign and date the application, then file it with the assessor.

Frequently asked questions

What does the RP-305 application do?: It collects information about a parcel and its agricultural use so a landowner can apply for an agricultural assessment. The assessor uses the form’s designated sections.
Who should complete the agricultural assessment application?: Landowners seeking an agricultural assessment should complete Parts 1 and 10, along with any other parts that apply to their land or operation.
Do I need a notary for the RP-305 application?: No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. Where applicable, it asks for a copy of the lease or an affidavit (Form RP-305-c) attesting to the lease.
How do I submit the RP-305 application?: File the application with the assessor. The form does not provide an address, email, online portal, or fee.

Need something notarized?

This Agricultural Assessment Application RP-305 doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Westford form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.