Change of Appraisal/Grievance Process

Request for Grievance Form

If your property increases or decreases in value, as of April 1st of the current property tax year, then you will receive a Change of Appraisal Notice showing the new value.

The notice is mailed out when the preliminary Grand List is lodged typically in May. 

You do not have to receive a Change of Appraisal Notice to grieve. If you do not anticipate a change in value but would like to receive a notice with hearing dates and times contact our office. 

Grievances are heard at least two weeks after the Change of Appraisal Notice is mailed. To grieve you must request a hearing by contacting the Office of Assessment.  

Grievance hearings are 15 minutes long. You can grieve in person, by mail or email.  You need not be present for the listers to review your request. We encourage you to contact our office with any questions or concerns. 

The result of your grievance will be mailed within seven days of the close of hearings. 

Learn more about appeals/grievances by viewing this document from the Vermont Institute for Government.