If you own a home or property in DuPage County, you may realize that your tax assessment is far higher than what makes sense. Fortunately, you can challenge this through a DuPage County property tax appeal. At O'Connor, we’ll walk you through how the property tax appeal DuPage County process works and what steps to take to reduce your taxes.
How to File a DuPage County Property Tax Appeal
Step 1: Confirm Assessed Value - Start by reviewing your property’s official assessed value. Compare with nearby similar homes. If yours is significantly higher, that’s your first argument.
Step 2: Collect Evidence
Step 3: Submit a Protest - File a formal protest with DuPage County or the township assessor’s office. Use the documentation you’ve collected to support your case.
Step 4: Board of Review Hearing / Further Appeals - If initial protest fails, you may escalate to the DuPage County Board of Review, and then to state-level appeal boards. Craft your arguments carefully, and consider hiring a professional.
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