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Liberty County assessor outlines assessment calendar and urges residents to check notices
Summary
The county assessor told commissioners the office will aim to mail assessment notices around May 15 (subject to state changes), reminded residents that returns are accepted Jan. 1–Apr. 1, and emphasized a 45‑day window after notices to file appeals of value or exemption denials.
Liberty County's assessor briefed the Board of Commissioners on the property‑assessment timeline and urged homeowners to review notices and visit the assessor’s office to file returns or seek clarification.
The assessor reported the office is responsible only for discovering, listing and valuing property and does not set millage rates. He said the office is working to modernize processes, maintain staff training to meet Georgia appraisal standards and monitor 2026 state legislation that could affect local tax administration. "We will continue to monitor [bills in the 2026 legislative session] and provide updates to the board as legislation develops," he said.
On the calendar, the assessor told the board that property returns may be filed Jan. 1–Apr. 1 and that the office’s goal is to mail assessment notices by May 15, though that date could shift due to state actions. He warned that after those notices are mailed a 45‑day appeal period begins: "you have 45 days to let us know if you agree or [disagree] with that value," and stressed that filing a return before notices go out is the simplest way to ensure property information is correct.
The assessor also explained why neighboring properties with similar houses can produce different tax bills: exemptions and the composition of taxing entities (county, school, municipalities) affect net bills even when market values and house sizes appear similar. He urged residents to read assessment notices, bring supporting information to the assessor’s office if a value appears incorrect, and use available online resources and flyers the office has provided.
Commissioners thanked the assessor for the presentation and encouraged outreach to ensure residents understand filing, exemption and appeal steps; the board and staff agreed to publicize the deadlines and office hours.
