Resolving Valuation Disagreements

Our office is always here to explain and review properties at any time of year. These reviews may involve an onsite visit to your property. 

After receiving your tax bill [September] you can file for an abatement, stating reasons and evidence as to why you think your property is not correctly valued. If you are denied an abatement, you can appeal that decision to the Rockport Board of Assessment Review (BAR). If the appeal is denied, the next venue is Superior Court.

It has been my goal, in writing this, to make the process as transparent as possible. It has always been our belief, Assistant Assessor Rebecca Ewen and me, that you have a right to understand how your property is valued and, therefore, how your property taxes are calculated.

We also want to make sure you are aware of the tax relief programs available to you. Please read the Tax Relief section for that information.