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The Citizen's Corner section of the Assessor website is here to provide citizens with the latest news, updates, and information available from the Spokane County Assessor's Office. It is a central location with links to articles and statistics focusing on informing and educating the public .

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Taxes


2009 Levy Rates by TCA2009 Levy Rates by TCA

This is a table showing all tax code area levy rates for 2009. 2009 Levy Rates by TCA 


 


Destroyed Property

If you have destroyed property this information applies to you. Destroyed Property Info 


 


Property Tax Explanation

This is an article that clearly explains Washington State's property tax system. Property Tax Explanation 


 


Property Tax in Cyclical CountiesProperty Tax in Cyclical Counties

This article explains our property tax system in cyclical counties versus annual counties. Property Tax in Cyclical Counties 

 
 


What is a Levy Lid Lift graphicWhat is a Levy Lid Lift?

This is an article about levy lid lifts. What is a Levy Lift Lid?  



 


What is Segregation graphicWhat is Segregation?

This article addresses what is involved in segregating property. What is Segregation?


 


How to Improve your Chances for Appeal graphicHow to Improve Your Chances for Appeal

This is an article on appealing your assessed property value. How to Improve Your Chances for Appeal


 


Property Tax Deferrals graphicProperty Tax Deferrals

Here is information on deferring your property taxes. Tax Deferral Programs


 


Property Tax Exemptions graphicProperty Tax Exemptions

Here is information concerning property tax exemptions for seniors and disabled citizens. Tax Exemption Programs


 


Declining Property Values graphicDeclining Property Values

This is an article highlighting the potential impact of declining property values and the resulting property tax implications. Declining Property Values


 


Accomplishments of the Assessor Office graphicAccomplishments of the Assessor's Office

Here are some assessor's office accomplishments. Assessor Office Accomplishments


 


What does the Assessor Do?

Here is information about the statutory duties of the county assessor. What Does the Assessor Do?


 


Condo Exemptions for the Rich graphicCondo Exemptions for the Rich?

This is an article concerning condominium exemptions. Condo Exemptions for the rich?


 


Farm, Agriculture, and Current Use


Current Use Programs, Info and Forms graphicCurrent Use Programs Information and Forms

Here is a compilation of information concerning current use programs. Current Use Program Information and Forms


 


2008 Review of the Current Use Program graphic2008 Review of the Current Use Program in Spokane County

This is a 2008 Department of Revenue review of current use programs in Spokane County. 2008 Review of the Current use Program in Spokane County

 


Farm and Ag Conservation Application Forms graphicFarm and Ag Conservation Application Forms

Here is application information concerning farm and ag programs. Farm and Agriculture Conservation Application Forms


 


Open Space Taxation Act Review graphicOpen Space Taxation Act Review

This is a report prepared by the Office of Farmland Preservation. Open Space Taxation Act Review


 


Open Space Rules Under Review

This is a Department of Revenue Bulletin stating it is reexamining Open Space Taxation Rules. Open Space Rules Under Review  

 
 


WAC 458-30-317 Farm & Ag ResidenceWAC 458-30-317 Farm & Ag Residence

This is the WAC that addresses valuation rules for residences in the Farm & Ag Program. WAC 458-30-317 Farm & Ag Residence