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Residents press county on fairness of taxing accessory structures; assessment office explains process
Summary
A county resident asked commissioners about perceived unfairness when property owners are taxed for exterior improvements while interior remodels may go unnoticed; the director of assessment explained how permits and field inspections inform valuations and how municipalities handle building permits.
A resident told Beaver County commissioners Wednesday she believes the countyproperty tax system treats homeowners unfairly when accessory buildings and exterior improvements are assessed while interior remodels are less visible to assessors.
Fabiola Durbridge, who identified herself as a Harmony Township resident, raised concerns during public comment about accessory buildings and how they are discovered and taxed. "I don't feel that a homeowner who pays taxes should be able to build whatever he or she wants on that property. He or she was already paying taxes on that land on their home as…
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