Introduction:
This is one of the most common issues. We will recommend what support or evidence you will need.
Introduction:
This issue deals with the condition of your property. Your property might be worth less if it has a problem or needs major repairs.
Keep in mind:
We must look at what the condition of your property was on October 31 last year. For example:
Introduction:
This issue deals with BC Assessment's description of your property.
Your assessment is based on the type of property, the size of the land and building, age and other important factors.
If BC Assessment's records are wrong, your assessment may also be wrong.
Introduction:
Equity or fairness appeals are probably the most complex.
Introduction:
You may be concerned that a negative factor has reduced the value of your property. This could be:
If this is your concern, continue with this issue.
If you are concerned about the condition of your own property (for example, it needs a new roof), see: there is a problem with my property or it is in poor condition.
Option before reviewing the issue: quick check on common weakness.
Before you start:
You can make this comparison as first step to see if there may be a problem with your assessment. But, you will usually not succeed with this argument:
Before you start:
You can make this comparison as first step to see if there may be a problem with your assessment. But, you will usually not succeed with this argument:
Introduction:
Your assessment will have separate values for the "land" and "improvements". Improvements may be a house, garage or other buildings. Review this issue if you are concerned about an increase in your improvements assessment.
Just because there were no sales in your area, does not mean your assessment cannot increase.
You are finished evaluating this issue.
You believe your assessment is higher than what your property is currently worth. This may mean your assessment is too high. However, you probably will not succeed with this argument, because:
It is better to find similar properties that sold closer to July last year. We recommend you review market value using common methods.
You are finished evaluating this issue.
Your assessment is based on your property’s market value. Your local government calculates your taxes based on your property assessment. We cannot help you reduce your taxes.
We have no power to deal with taxes.
We cannot help you with this issue.
We can only decide if your assessment is correct and accurate.
If you are unhappy with how you were treated, you have three options:
For concerns about BC Assessment:
Contact the Assessor in your local office or their headquarters in Victoria
For concerns about Property Assessment Review Panel:
Contact the Administrator
For concerns about either organization:
Contact the Ombudsperson
This Guide does not cover all possible issues. We may be able to help you with some other issues.