What is an informal hearing?
Towards the end of the Revaluation, every homeowner receives a notice of their proposed valuation based on the analysis performed; these values are not final until after the hearings are completed.

When a homeowner has a question or concern about the proposed valuation, they are asked to call the Assessor’s office at 203-389-3417 and a date and time to meet will be set to discuss the valuation process and answer any questions the homeowner may have. An informal hearing is not a forum to discuss taxes, it is strictly meant to answer questions on the property valuations. Homeowners are asked to come prepared with questions and have compared their property to other comparable ones in their neighborhood.

A Hearing Officer will determine if a review of the property is necessary. All changes to value that occur due to a hearing will be reflected in the change notice that is sent after hearings are complete.

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1. What is a Revaluation?
2. What happens during a Revaluation?
3. How will the homeowner be notified of the new assessment?
4. How will I know if my assessment is equitable?
5. What is an informal hearing?
6. If I disagree with my assessment after a hearing, what are my options?
7. Will a Revaluation increase taxes?
8. What is Market Value and who determines my property value?
9. What about elderly and veterans exemptions?
10. Do I have to let the Assessors Office inspect my property?
11. What if I have questions or concerns regarding the Revaluation process?