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An Illinois property owner believes the county assessor has overvalued their property. Under Illinois law, may the owner formally challenge that assessed value?

Correct Answer

B) Yes. Illinois property owners may appeal an assessment by filing a complaint with the county board of review or other applicable review body.

Under 35 ILCS 200/16-55, Illinois property owners have a statutory right to contest their assessment by filing a complaint with the county board of review within the applicable deadline. No attorney is required, and the right belongs to the taxpayer, not to third parties. Boards of review are specifically established to hear and decide such valuation disputes.

Answer Options
A
Yes, but only if the owner hires a licensed attorney; property owners may not represent themselves in any Illinois assessment appeal.
B
Yes. Illinois property owners may appeal an assessment by filing a complaint with the county board of review or other applicable review body.
C
No. Once the assessment notice has been mailed, the value is final and cannot be changed until the next reassessment cycle.
D
No. Illinois law reserves the right to contest assessments exclusively for taxing districts such as school boards and municipalities.

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