The Pendleton County Board of Assessment Appeals (frequently referred to in the state as the local board of tax appeals) serves as an independent citizen panel that reviews disputes regarding real property tax assessments.
Their primary responsibilities include:
- Hearing Appeals: If you disagree with the fair cash value placed on your real estate by the Pendleton County Property Valuation Administrator (PVA), this board provides a formal, local forum to review your case.
- Reviewing Evidence: They examine evidence—such as recent appraisals, comparable sales, and property condition photos—to determine if your property's assessed value is accurate and fair.
- Adjusting Valuations: The board has the authority to uphold, lower, or in some cases raise the property's tax assessment based on the evidence presented.
The Pendleton County local board for property tax appeals (known as the Board of Assessment Appeals) convenes in May or June, typically scheduling hearings 25 to 35 days after the close of the PVA inspection period. To appeal your assessment, you must first have a conference with the Pendleton County PVA and file an appeal with the County Clerk's office.
These are 3 year terms.