You may view the tentative tax roll on line at the link below or by visiting the Town Hall (Monday – Friday during normal business hours). Assessors will be at the Town Hall on the following dates and times:
- May 7 10:00 AM to Noon and 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
- May 16 (Same hours as above)
- May 18 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
- May 21 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
May 28 (Grievance Day) the Assessors will be at the Town Hall from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.
If you disagree with your assessment, to protect your right to assessment review, you must complete a formal written complaint using form RP 5-24 (link follows or you may obtain one from your assessor). The form must be filed with the Board of Assessment Review (BAR) on or before Grievance day (May 28, 2013). http://www.tax.ny.gov/pdf/current_forms/orpts/rp524_fill_in.pdf
Information on “Contesting Your Assessment In New York State” is available on line or may be obtained from your assessor.
http://www.tax.ny.gov/research/property/assess/reassessment/fairassessments.htm
Link to Essex County 2013 Tentative Tax Rolls for the Town of Essex
http://www.co.essex.ny.us/downloads/2013%20Essex%20Tent%20Assessment%20Roll.pdf
