PROPERTY TAXPAYER'S BILL OF RIGHTS

As a property taxpayer, you possess certain rights

YOU HAVE THE RIGHT

1. To an appointment with your local tax assessor;

2. To an assessor's office with an "open door" policy;

3. To a fair and equitable assessment of your property conducted in accordance with New Jersey Statutes, New Jersey Administrative Code and appraisal standards;

4. To prompt and courteous attention from the assessor's office whenever you have a question concerning your property tax assessment;

5. To a copy of your property record card;

6. To appeal your property assessment to the Bergen County Board of taxation and/or Tax Court of New Jersey if you feel that your assessment is incorrect;

7. To be advised by the assessor's office of all your rights as a taxpayer.

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