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County renews push for Property Tax Appeal Board hearings to be held locally or virtually

5728300 · September 2, 2025
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Lake County officials said they will pursue legislation to require PTAB (Property Tax Appeal Board) hearings be held nearer to taxpayers or via virtual options to reduce travel and expense for county witnesses and municipal staff.

Lake County assessment and administration staff told the Legislative Committee they will press again for statutory changes to the Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) hearing location rules so that hearings affecting Lake County properties are held locally or virtually. Bob Glucher, Lake County Chief County Assessment Officer, presented examples of recent PTAB cases where county appraisal and travel costs were substantial and said PTAB has been less cooperative on…

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