Appellate Tax Board
If the taxpayer is still aggrieved, they may file at the Appellate Tax Board (ATB) in Boston. Call for the appropriate forms at telephone # 1-617-727-3100. Once an ATB appeal has been filed, the Assessors again have the ability to negotiate a settlement with the taxpayer. If all attempts at negotiation fail, an ATB hearing is held to determine the full and fair cash value of the parcel. At least three comparable sales of properties or comparable assessments are needed in order to demonstrate an inequitable assessment.
The Assessors provide information to the Board of Selectmen and Town Administrator regarding new growth, excess levy capacity, and classification of real property. The Assessors also provide data to all municipal departments as requested and provide the taxable property list for billing purposes.
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