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When will the results of the Re-Assessment be applied?
New property assessments resulting from the Re-Assessment become effective January 1, 2012. However, new assessments are not reflected in the tax bill until the 3rd and 4th quarter of 2012.
Is there an appeal process if I disagree with my assessed value?
If you are dissatisfied with your assessment, you can file a formal appeal in 2012 with the Essex County Board of Taxation, which must be received prior to May 1, 2012. Your appeal will be heard by a Commissioner of the Board of Taxation; and, you will be given an opportunity to state the reasons you believe your assessment is inaccurate. After reviewing the facts presented, the Board will render a decision as to whether an adjustment is in order.
If you are not satisfied with the decision of the Board of Taxation, you have the right to file an appeal with the Tax Court of the State of New Jersey. This must be done within 45 days of your notification. This step in the process is formal, taking place in a courtroom setting before a Tax Court Judge.
Can I appeal my taxes?
Under State law, the actual tax on a property cannot be appealed. However, an aggrieved property owner can file an appeal with regard to the assessment of value (see previous question). The tax rate and a tax assessment are two distinctly different things, which sometimes are confused. The tax rate is determined by the dollar amount needed to operate South Orange, our School District, and Essex County, while the tax assessment provides the value upon which to apportion the taxes. Taxpayers can appeal a tax assessment, but not a tax rate.
What is the new tax rate?
The new tax rate will be determined after the School District, Essex County, and South Orange finalize their 2012 budgets.
Tax-Related Links
Pay your South Orange taxes online
Realty Appraisal Company - Corporate Website
Realty Appraisal Company - South Orange Re-Assessment
Tax Assessor’s Office
Tax Collector’s Office
County Board of Taxation –
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