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Palm Beach County Property Appraiser’s Office

Dear Taxpayer: Comptroller. Seven days before the VAB hearing, our office is
By now, all property required to provide you with a list and summary of evidence,
owners in Palm Beach which will be presented at the hearing.
County have received their
2023 Notice of Proposed The Hearing
Property Taxes and
Assessments from my office. At the VAB hearing, you may represent yourself or
You can always access this seek assistance from a professional. Some examples of
information by searching professional representation might include an attorney, a
your property at PBCGOV. licensed real estate appraiser or broker, or a certified public
org/PAPA, and then selecting accountant. If someone who is not a licensed professional
“2023 Proposed Notice” at represents you, you must sign the petition or provide written
the top of your Property Detail page. authorization or power of attorney for your representative.
Jon Butz, CFE, Ag Appraiser II, at a virtual VAB hearing During the hearing, a special magistrate hired by the
in 2021. VAB will ask you to present your evidence and testimony in
support of your petition. In most cases, to win a reduction
adjustment with the Value Adjustment Board (VAB). in appraised value before the VAB, you must prove that
The VAB is administered by Palm Beach County’s Clerk the county’s appraisal of your property exceeded market
of the Circuit Court and Comptroller, which is independent of value and explain why. A representative from our office will
the Property Appraiser’s Office. The Board is made up of five then present evidence in support of the property valuation,
The notice of proposed property taxes is not a bill, but individuals: two from the county’s board of commissioners, denied exemption, etc., depending on the issue. You will
rather an estimate of your taxes based on the proposed tax one from the county’s school board, and two citizen have another opportunity to comment before the end of the
rates, your property value, and exemptions. members. They approve and hire special magistrates who are hearing.
The next stage in the tax roll process is the petition experienced in property appraisal techniques or legal matters Keep in mind, although the decision of the magistrate is
filing period. Property owners have the option to appeal to conduct hearings and recommend decisions to the VAB binding, the hearing itself is an informal process. The VAB
their property’s assessment or denial of portability before for final approval. Special Magistrates will review property will mail you a written copy of its final decision. Regardless
the county’s Value Adjustment Board (VAB), which valuation, denials of portability, deferrals, and change of of the outcome of your hearing, you must pay all or the
is administered by the Clerk of the Circuit Court and ownership or control determinations. All final rulings are required portion of your taxes by April 1 to keep your petition
Comptroller. Florida law sets the value petition filing period, determined by the VAB. valid and avoid additional cost and fees.
which begins when the notices are mailed and ends 25 days
later. This year’s deadline to file a petition is Sept. 12. Filing A Petition After The Hearing
This month’s newsletter examines the VAB process. I
hope you find this information helpful. Florida law sets the deadlines for filing a petition on or The VAB must issue all final decisions within 20 calendar
Respectfully, before the 25th day following the mailing of the notice from days of the last day it was in session. You may file a lawsuit
Dorothy Jacks, CFA, AAS, our office. This year’s deadline is Sept. 12. These deadlines in circuit court if you do not agree with the VAB’s decision.
Palm Beach County Property Appraiser do not change, even if you choose to discuss the issue with For more information about the VAB in Palm Beach
our office. The VAB may charge $15-plus for filing a petition. County, email vab@mypalmbeachclerk.com or call them at
The Value Adjustment Board petition filing is available through the Clerk of the Circuit (561) 355-6289.
PDF petition forms are available on our website or online
Process Court and Comptroller. Holiday Office Closure
Once a petition is filed, you will receive a notice with the
If you feel that the market value of your property is inaccurate date, time, and location of your hearing at least 25 days before The Palm Beach
or does not reflect fair market value as of Jan. 1, or you are your hearing date. You can reschedule your hearing once for County Property
entitled to an exemption or classification that is not reflected on good cause. If your hearing is rescheduled, the clerk will send Appraiser’s Office
the 2023 Notice of Proposed Property Taxes, contact our office notice at least 15 days before the rescheduled hearing. (including all of our
for an informal review. Call (561) 355-3230 or email myhouse@ Fifteen days prior to the scheduled petition hearing, you service centers) will be
pbcgov.org and we will connect you with an appraiser or are required to provide a list and summary of evidence that closed in observance of
exemption specialist to discuss your concerns. If we are unable you will present at the hearing. You can submit your evidence Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 4.
to resolve the matter, you have the right to file a petition for electronically through the Clerk of the Circuit Court and

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