Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Connecticut

Re: Residential Property Assessment

Hello,

Connecticut law allows each town to decide how to value their properties, provided that they make these criteria available to the public. You will need to check with your local tax assessor to get a copy of their valuation guidelines, including how they grade properties. Under CT 12-62(f), the town is required to give you written notice of the revaluation, which it sounds like they have, and the notice should describe your rights to appeal the valuation. Check the copy of your revaluation notice to see how you can appeal the decision.

I strongly advise speaking to an attorney who specializes in real estate law. Dealing with the tax assessor and the board of assessment appeals can be a time-consuming and complicated matter. You will need someone who can read and understand the town regulations. Often the town will be more responsive if they know you are represented by counsel.

Hope that helps!

Diana