Your assessment increase or decrease in value may be based on a recent reassessment based on current market values. Other factors that may affect your current value are: new construction or an addition to an existing property; the removal of a house or building,
FAQS: Assessment
Why can’t I contest my assessment when I receive my property tax bill?
Appeals must be processed at a specific time to accommodate the tax calendar so that tax rolls are set before tax rates are determined and tax bills printed. By law (KRS 133.120), property owners who wish to contest their assessment must first hold a conference with the PVA office.
How do I know if I’m eligible to apply for an assessment exemption?
You can find out if you’re eligible for an exemption in the Exemptions section of this website. There you will find information on Homestead/Disability Exemptions, Exemptions for Religious Groups and Exemptions for Non-Profit Groups.
Can I get the Homestead/Disability Exemption for Commercial Property?
You can receive the Homestead or Disability Exemption on a commercial property if you own, occupy AND use the property as your primary residence, (e.g. you live on the second floor of the commercial building).
I bought my house in April for less than what the tax bill says. Why do I have to pay on the higher assessment?
The assessment date is January 1 (KRS 132.220(1)(a)). When you purchased your property, the assessment was as of January 1 of the year you purchased your property. If your purchase price is accepted as a valid sale (fair arm’s-length sale) by our office,
If I buy property after January 1st, when will I get a tax bill?
Tax bills are mailed on November 1 of each year.
I moved into my house in February. Why can’t I get the homestead or disability until next year?
The assessment date is January 1 (KRS 132.220(1)(a)). In order to be eligible for the homestead exemption, you must own your home on the January 1 assessment date of the year in which application made.
If you are a homestead recipient and sold your property,
Why does the property down the street with all the land have a lower assessment than my property with less land?
If the land is 5 acres or more, it may be assessed at its agricultural or horticultural value.
Learn more about Agricultural and Horticultural Exemptions.
How do I pay my property taxes?
The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is responsible for collecting property taxes. Please contact their office with any issues concerning your property tax bill.
How can I find out what the taxing districts are for a property?
Taxing jurisdictions are based on property location. State, Metro Louisville, school, and fire districts apply to all taxable property in Jefferson County. Some special districts such as the Urban Service District (old City of Louisville boundaries), the Louisville Downtown Management District,
