Can you dispute your BC Assessment?

So you got your BC Assessment in the mail last week and you don't like the number you see. Do you have any options as the homeowner, what can you do?  Well before filing a complaint or appeal regarding your property assessment, it's recommended that you first review your assessment and compare it with the sales data of similar properties using the Assessment Search tool. (Or contact CJ or Garry and we can help pull sales data for you.) This will help ensure that your assessment is accurate. If you still have concerns, You are encouraged to contact BC Assessment for clarification before formally submitting a Notice of Complaint (Appeal). The deadline for filing a complaint or appeal for the 2025 assessment is January 31, 2025.

Many concerns can often be addressed through direct discussions with the staff, outside of the formal complaint process. If, after contacting BC Assessment, you remain unsatisfied, you have the option to proceed with the formal appeal process for an independent review of your assessment. You can reach them by phone at 1-866-VALUEBC or use the Contact Us form for electronic assistance. If you prefer in-person service, you can schedule an appointment by contacting the same number. The first level of appeal is to the Property Assessment Review Panel (PARP), with a filing deadline of January 31, 2025. If you wish to pursue the matter further, the second level of appeal is to the Property Assessment Appeal Board (PAAB), which has a filing deadline of April 30. Please note that you must file with the PARP before escalating your appeal to the PAAB. For more information on the process and preparing for a hearing, please consult the Appeal Guide or visit the Ministry of Finance website.

Data courtesy of BC Assessments  - https://info.bcassessment.ca/Services-products/appeals