Assessments

November 2021: Assessment Review Underway

Prior to sending assessment notices in the spring, the City contracts Accurate Assessment Group to complete the annual assessment review.

If a team member from Accurate Assessment Group has left a notice asking for more information, please assist them to ensure your assessment is accurate. This may include questions, measurements, photographs, and entry onto private property if required.

Should you have any questions or concerns, or would like to verify the names of their staff, contact City Hall at (403) 207-7050.  
Property aSsessments An assessment is a value placed on your land and buildings to determine the fair distribution of property taxes.

The assessed value on your notice is based on the previous year's market conditions (not the current market conditions) and the physical condition and characteristics of the home as of the previous December.

Your assessment notice is not a bill but the assessment value will be used to determine your property tax levy (assessed value x tax rate = property tax levy). 
  1. Important Dates
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 Important Dates:

 
   
 Fall / Winter (October - February) Assessment Review Conducted 
   
 Spring (March-April) Assessment Notices are mailed to residents


 May
 
 Assessment Appeals Deadline
If you do not agree with the assessor’s explanation or calculation, you have the right to file a formal complaint to the Assessment Review Board within 60 days of receiving your assessment notice. The Assessment Review Board will then review your case at a hearing. 

If you file a complaint, please make sure to submit your form with the $50 payment - otherwise the complaint is not valid.  
  1. When will I receive my assessment notice?
  2. What does my assessment mean?
  3. Why is my property assessed?
  4. Who assesses my property?
  5. How is my assessment determined?
  6. I believe my assessment does not accurately reflect the condition of my property. What should I do?
  7. Where can I find more information about this process?
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Questions or Concerns

  • Due to the current situation with COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Assessors will not be able to offer in-person meetings in 2021. 
  • If you have questions about your assessment or disagree with it, you can contact Accurate Assessment Group at bob@aag-gis.com or 1-877-438-2305.
  • If you re required to leave a voicemail, Accurate Assessment Group will return your call within one business day. 
  • If you have questions about your assessment information or would like to speak to the Tax Clerk, email taxes@chestermere.ca or call 403-207-7057.