Board of Assessment Appeals
The Board of Assessment Appeals is a three member body whose mission is to provide a vehicle for tax payers to appeal the assessments on their real estate, motor vehicles, or personal property. They are part time and meet in September and March.
In September appeals of motor vehicle assessments are heard in open session. No advance appointment is required.
Written applications to appeal to the Board in March are available in the Assessor’s and Town Clerk’s offices and are due February 20. Notice will be sent to the appellant of the date and time of the hearing. Appeals must be made in person or by a designated agent. The result of an appeal can be an increase or a decrease in assessment.