How do I file a tax appeal?

Somerset County Board of Taxation

If you wish to file a tax appeal, visit the Somerset County Board of Taxation. There, forms, instructions and “A Guide to Tax Appeal Hearings” may be obtained.

You may also contact the Somerset County Board of Taxation:
P.O. Box 3000
Somerville, NJ 08876

Values Exceeding $1,000,000

If the assessed value exceeds $1,000,000 you have the option of filing your appeal directly with the New Jersey Tax Court at:
P.O. Box 972
Hughes Justice Complex
Trenton, NJ 08625

For more information visit NJ Courts Online.

Revalued / Non-revalued Districts

  • In a non-revalued/ non-reassessed district: Assessment appeals must be filed on or before April 1 of the current tax year, or 45 days from the date mailed, as it appears on the front of this notice, whichever date is later
  • In a revalued/reassessed district: Assessment appeals must be filed on or before May 1 of the current tax year.

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1. When determining my value, are you comparing my home to the sales of homes in my area or across town?
2. Are the assessment value changes made on only the inspected 25% of properties?
3. What if I’m not home when the inspector visits can I make an appointment?
4. When will my property be inspected?
5. Can I discuss the value of my property with the Inspectors?
6. Can I discuss the new assessment with the Assessor if I disagree or have questions?
7. When will taxpayers be informed of their new assessment?
8. How will a reassessment affect taxes?
9. What is done during a reassessment?
10. What causes inequitable assessments?
11. Why is there a need for a reassessment?
12. What is a full and fair value?
13. What is a reassessment?
14. How do I file a tax appeal?