🏠 Thinking About Appealing Your Oregon Property Assessment? Know the Deadline
If you believe your Oregon property’s assessed value is higher than it should be, it’s important to understand the appeal process and act before the deadline.
📅 For most county-assessed properties, the deadline is December 31.
Property owners generally appeal their property value through the county’s Property Value Appeals Board (PVAB) after receiving their tax statement. The petition must be filed with the county clerk by December 31, or the next business day if the deadline falls on a weekend or holiday.
📋 What should you include?
When challenging an assessed value, supporting information can help explain why you believe the value is incorrect. Depending on the circumstances, this may include:
✔️ Recent comparable sales
✔️ An appraisal or other market information
✔️ Documentation of property condition or damage
✔️ Information about improvements or changes to the property
✔️ Other evidence supporting the value you’re requesting
⚖️ What happens after the county appeal?
If you disagree with the PVAB’s decision regarding your property’s value, you may appeal to the Magistrate Division of the Oregon Tax Court. That appeal generally must be filed within 30 days of the board’s order being mailed or delivered.
🏡 A good time to prepare is before you need to file.
Review your assessment, keep records of your property’s condition, and gather relevant market information. And because procedures can vary by county, homeowners should confirm the filing process directly with their county assessor or PVAB clerk.
Staying ahead of the deadline can help you avoid missing your opportunity to challenge an assessment you believe is incorrect.