Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals conducts regular meetings twice annually. In March, the Board hears the appeals of taxpayers who feel that they have been aggrieved for motor vehicles, personal property and real estate appeals. In September, the Board hears appeals for motor vehicles only.  Appeals must be in writing on the appeal form.  Application forms may be downloaded below or picked up at the Assessor’s Office. 

The Board of Assessment Appeals will meet on March 13, 2024, to hear appeals for motor vehicles, personal property and real estate. The meeting will be held via a hybrid platform.

Applications must be received by February 20, 2024, in order for an appeal to be heard.

Failure to file a written appeal by February 20th is considered a waiver to your right of appeal in that year.

The BAA consists of three members who are elected at each biennial Town election for a term of four years. Additional members can be elected in a revaluation year. The above are in accordance with Connecticut General Statute 9-199(c).

The Board of Assessment Appeals consist of the following members:

Notice for March 13, 2024 Hearing

Appeals to the Board of Assessment Appeals on the Grand List of October 1, 2023 and Supplemental 10/01/2022 in the Town of Columbia must be filed in writing no later than February 20, 2024. Applications must be completed in their entirety. The meeting will be conducted by appointment via Hybrid platform.  Appointment confirmation and instructions will be mailed to applicants who have filed their applications in a timely manner. 

Applications are available in the Tax Assessor’s Office or via the PDF link below.