Property tax appeal

Overview

If your county's assessed value looks too high, an independent appraisal as of the January 1 lien date gives you the evidence to appeal to your county Board of Equalization.

We'll tell you up front whether the market data supports an appeal. If it doesn't, we'll say so before you spend on a full report — there's no value in a report that won't move the number.

When to use it

Appeals to a Utah county Board of Equalization
Documenting over-assessment as of the Jan 1 lien date
Backing a reduction request with market evidence

What's included

Appraisal report as of the Jan 1 lien date
Comparable evidence formatted for the Board of Equalization
Interior or exterior inspection as the assignment allows
Signed certification

What we'll need for the engagement letter

Tax year under appeal
Parcel / serial number
Current assessed value
Your appeal filing deadline

Questions

Utah assesses property as of January 1 of the tax year. The appraisal develops value as of that lien date so it aligns with the assessment you're contesting.

No — but a credible, lien-date appraisal is the strongest evidence you can bring to the Board of Equalization. We'll tell you honestly whether the numbers support a challenge.

Deadlines vary by county but often fall in September. Confirm with your county; we'll work to your filing date.