The Assessor’s Office is responsible for valuing all property in the county and administering exemptions and assessment appeals. To help property owners stay informed and avoid penalties, here are key dates to keep in mind throughout the year:

Month Date Event/Deadline Category
January 1 Lien date for all properties General
February 15 Deadline to timely file all exemption claims Exemption
April 1 Due date to file Form 571 Business Property Statement Business
April 10 Last day to pay 2nd installment of secured taxes without penalty Payment
May 7 Last day to file a business property statement without incurring a 10% penalty Business
July 1 Deadline for County Assessor to complete the local assessment roll General
July 2 First day to file request for Decline-in-Value Review Decline in Value
July 2 First day to file formal assessment appeal with the Clerk of the Board (historical aircraft) Appeal
August 1 Last day to file exemption for historical aircraft and 4% assessment of certain vessels, to receive 80% of the exemption Exemption
August 31 Last day to pay unsecured taxes without penalty Payment
November 30 Last day to file assessment appeal application with the Clerk of the Board for annual tax bills Appeal
December 10 Last day to pay 1st installment of secured taxes without penalty Payment
December 10 Last day to file homeowners' or disabled veterans' exemption to receive a partial exemption Exemption
December 31 Last day to file request for Decline-in-Value Review Decline in Value