Property Assessment & Taxation

Property Assessment

Property Assessment is responsible for the valuation and classification of property for tax purposes. Specific functions include appraisal and assessment in contract districts, statistical analysis of assessment ratios for all jurisdictions, assistance to municipalities, court appearances regarding assessment matters, and advising the County Board of Equalization on levels of assessment.

Property Taxation

Property Taxation manages the administration, calculation, collection, and distribution of property taxes, performs tax accounting functions, and administers special assessments, tax increment financing, tax forfeit land, and the fiscal disparities program.