What can I do if I am unhappy with the assessed value of my real property?

Each year, municipalities around New York State participate in the grievance period. This is a time where residents of a municipality can grieve the assessed value of their real property, not the taxes that they pay. The grievance period begins on May 1st when the tentative assessment roll is published and continues until close of business the 4th Tuesday in May or Grievance Day (this year it is May 23rd).


Completed and signed applications must be turned in to the Assessment Bureau by close of business on Tuesday, May 23rd, 2023. Applications can be found on the city of Schenectady website and the New York State Tax and Finance website.

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1. How are the full market value and the assessed value of my real property calculated?
2. What is the equalization rate for the City of Schenectady and how is it determined?
3. Where can I find a copy of the 2023 Assessment Roll?
4. What can I do if I am unhappy with the assessed value of my real property?
5. Can the Board of Assessment review raise my assessment?
6. When should I expect to hear an outcome of my grievance application?
7. What can I do if I am unhappy about the outcome of my grievance application?