What is the role of the Assessor? Can I challenge my assessment? How are assessments calculated?
The Office of Real Property Taxation of the State of New York (commonly referred to as "ORPS") has an excellent website that provides the taxpayer with literature and resources about assessors, assessment methodology, and taxpayer rights. Visit ORPS at:
How Many Jurisdictions Levy Property Taxes in Pleasantville?
By virtue of geo-political boundaries, property owners within the Village of Pleasantville are also property owners in the Town of Mount Pleasant and the County of Westchester. Therefore, all three municipal jurisdictions levy property taxes in Pleasantville.
What Taxes Are Collected by the Town of Mount Pleasant?
As required by State Law, the Town of Mount Pleasant's assessment roll is used as the basis for taxation for determining Town tax, School tax, County of Westchester taxes, and taxes for a number of independent jurisdictions such as the Fire Districts, Ambulance Districts, County Refuse Disposal and Sewer Districts.
When are Village Tax Payments Due, and where do I pay?
Village tax is due in June. Taxes may be paid in two equal installments. The first installment is due by June 30th, and the second is due by December 31st. Payments are received at Village Hall, 80 Wheeler Avenue, Pleasantville. For questions regarding a tax bill call Olga Salvato at 769-1997.
When are Town/County Tax Payments Due, and where do I pay?
Town and County taxes are due in April and are payable to the Receiver of Taxes, 1 Town Hall Plaza, Valhalla, NY. For questions call the Town Receiver at 742-2348.
When are School Tax Payments Due, and where do I pay?
School Taxes are due in September and January.Taxes can be paid at Town Hall, Town of Mount Pleasant, 1 Town Hall Plaza, Valhalla, NY. For questions call the Town Receiver at 742-2348.
When is Tax Assessment Grievance Day?
If you have a concern about the assessment that the Village Assessor has placed on your property, which is the basis of Village taxation only, grievance forms must typically be filed on or before the 3rd Tuesday in February. The Village Board convenes to hear and review appeals on that date. Contact the Village Assessor at 769-1886 for the proper forms and filing deadlines.
If you have a concern about the assessment that the Town Assessor has placed on your property, which is the basis of Town, County and School District taxation, grievance forms must typically be filed on or before the 3rd Tuesday in June. Please contact the Town Assessor at 742-2345 for forms and filing deadlines.
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