Property assessment complaints are not valid if filed directly with the Property Assessment Review Panels or the Property Assessment Review Panel administration office – all complaints must be filed directly with BC Assessment by January 31.
A Property Assessment Review Panel or PARP is the first level of appeal for property assessments in British Columbia. Complainants file their complaint with the British Columbia Assessment Authority to have a 30 minute hearing before a Panel.
Property Assessment Review Panel members receive their appointments from the Minister of Finance. So what happens when a PARP hears a property assessment complaint and what do I need to do to prepare for my presentation to the Panel?
Property assessment complaints are not valid if filed directly with the Property Assessment Review Panels or the Property Assessment Review Panel administration office – all complaints must be filed directly with BC Assessment by January 31. We encourage you to speak to BC Assessment regarding any concerns that you have with your assessment, classification or exemptions prior to filing a formal complaint (appeal). The Property Assessment Complaint (appeal) Form can be found on the Appeals page within the BC Assessment website. You can contact BC Assessment online at www.bcassessment.ca or by phone at 1-866-825-8322.
Property Assessment Complaint and Information Appeal line: 1-877-356-9313 This recorded service will provide you with important information on property and the complaint and appeal process.