Essex County · New Jersey (NJ)
How to Appeal Your Property Tax Assessment in Essex County
File a written appeal with the County Board of Taxation by April 1 (or within 45 days of the assessment notice).
Filing Deadline
April 1
Appeals Body
Essex County Board of Taxation
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Filing Steps for Essex County
1. Gather comps
Find 3-5 comparable properties in Essex County assessed lower per square foot than yours. Use the county assessor's public records or property sites.
2. File your protest
Submit your protest to the Essex County Board of Taxation by April 1. Include your evidence and this letter.
3. Attend your hearing
Present your case. Most hearings take 10-15 minutes. Many are resolved informally before the formal hearing date.
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Deadlines and procedures change. Always verify with the Essex County Board of Taxation before filing. This is not legal advice.