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After reviewing an Illinois tax assessment, an owner decides to seek a correction. Which statement accurately describes the owner's available assessment-review options?

Correct Answer

C) The owner may file a complaint with the local board of review, and if still unsatisfied, may appeal further to the Property Tax Appeal Board or circuit court.

Under 35 ILCS 200/16-55 et seq., Illinois property owners have a structured administrative appeal process. An owner may first file a complaint with the county board of review within the published filing deadline. If the board's decision is unsatisfactory, the owner may appeal to the Illinois Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) or, in some cases, directly to circuit court. This multi-level process is a fundamental feature of Illinois property tax law.

Answer Options
A
The owner may only challenge the assessment by filing a lawsuit in circuit court; administrative review is not available.
B
The owner has no right to contest an assessment once the assessment notice has been mailed.
C
The owner may file a complaint with the local board of review, and if still unsatisfied, may appeal further to the Property Tax Appeal Board or circuit court.
D
Only a licensed appraiser may file an assessment appeal on behalf of a property owner; the owner cannot file independently.

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