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New York property tax

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Statewide rules

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Appeal process

Most communities have Grievance Day on the fourth Tuesday in May; local exceptions apply. A grievance precedes judicial review; the calendar describes 30 days after Final Roll Date.

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Who may represent homeowners

At the local Board of Assessment Review, an owner may use an attorney or other representative, authorized in writing dated in the same calendar year as the complaint.

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Senior citizens exemption

Locally optional senior exemption, generally age 65+ with income and other requirements; local thresholds vary.

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Official exemption information

Official exemption information

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Counties and county equivalents

Common questions

How do property tax appeals work in New York?

Most communities have Grievance Day on the fourth Tuesday in May; local exceptions apply. A grievance precedes judicial review; the calendar describes 30 days after Final Roll Date.

Who may represent a homeowner in a New York property tax appeal?

At the local Board of Assessment Review, an owner may use an attorney or other representative, authorized in writing dated in the same calendar year as the complaint.

Sources

www.tax.ny.gov
If you grieved your assessment and did not receive the relief you requested, you can apply for judicial review of your assessment within 30 days following Final Roll Date.

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tax.ny.gov
You have the right to be represented by your attorney or other representative. To do so, you must authorize such person to appear on your behalf (see Part four of RP-524). This authorization must be in writing and bear a date within the same calendar year during which the complaint is filed.

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www.tax.ny.gov
Senior citizens exemption

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To qualify, seniors generally must be 65 years of age or older and meet certain income limitations and other requirements.

Verified October 24, 2026