Benton, NY · Yates County
Complaint on Real Property Assessment
Property owners or their representatives use this form to challenge a real property assessment before the local board of assessment review.
What this form is
The form lets a property owner state grounds for challenging an assessment, including unequal, excessive, or unlawful assessment and misclassification. It asks for owner and property details, the claimed market value, supporting information, and the reason for the complaint. The form also includes sections for designating a representative, certification, and a stipulation about assessed value.
Who needs it
A property owner who wants to challenge 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 without a notary; the owner or representative signs and dates the certification, and the owner dates and signs any representative designation.
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, the claimed value, and the grounds for the complaint.
- 3
Gather Supporting Documents
Attach any supporting documentation requested or relevant to the information provided, such as an appraisal or exemption application.
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Submit The Form
Submit the completed 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 used for?
- Property owners or their representatives use it to explain why they believe a real property assessment is unequal, excessive, unlawful, or misclassified.
- Who can file this assessment complaint?
- The property owner may file the complaint. An owner may also 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. This document is signed and dated without a notary. The owner or representative signs the certification, and the owner signs any representative designation.
- How do I submit the assessment complaint?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.