Property Assessing
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The Town assessor is charged by state law with discovering, describing, and valuing property, as well as the ownership of that property, for the purpose of taxation. Accurate appraisals require constant searching for significant property facts to accumulate and analyze prior to estimating just value or fair market value. The assessor is appointed by the Selectboard. Assessments are made on April 1st.
Questions on payment of property taxes should be directed to the Town Clerk.
(Title 36, M.R.S.A. Sections 601-612)
The value of personal property of businesses - furniture, fixtures, machinery, and equipment - that are pertinent to the conduct of that business are subject to valuation and taxation. The Town assessor assesses these properties based on their ownership, condition, and location as of April 1.