by Anne Burke
The City offers some helpful hints in their Homeowner’s Guide. Pay your property tax bill on time to avoid penalties. Every property has its own unique nine-digit roll number. If you moved, make sure you have the correct one. If you sold a property, cancel your previous enrolment and then join with your new address. If you own multiple properties or a condo, pay the tax for each property using its unique roll number. For condos, each titled space (e.g., living space, parking, storage) has its own roll number and is considered a separate property. You can use a property tax calculator to estimate your bill. You will find recent previous tax bills in myTax, an online resource for more detailed information. Register for a secure account and sign up for eNotice to receive your assessment online. Join the Tax Instalment Payment Plan (TIPP) to pay your property tax month-by-month. Review your property assessment every year. If you have concerns submit a request to discuss your property information and details. The team can explain how the market value was determined and refer you to sales of similar properties in your neighbourhood. You may also file a complaint about your assessment with the Assessment Review Board, if you believe the value is incorrect or if other information on your assessment notice is not accurate. You cannot appeal your taxes, but you can appeal your property assessment during the Customer Review Period. You must still pay your taxes on time, even if you plan to appeal. Call 3-1-1 if you have any questions. The assessment complaint process resets annually. If you disagree with your current assessment, you must file a new complaint. Assessment Notices and Property Tax Bills are translated into the most requested languages. Visit https://www.calgary.ca/property-owners/taxes/new-homeowner-guide.html for more information.
