The Assessor’s primary responsibility is the compilation of all taxable and exempt property in the Town
of Barkhamsted.

Function:
The Assessor’s Office is responsible for the discovery, listing and equitable valuation of all real and
personal property within the Town of Barkhamsted in accordance with Connecticut State Statutes and assessed at 70% of market value for the annual production of the Grand List.

Additionally, the assessor administers state and local programs of tax relief, apply exemptions as permitted by state law and assist the public with a variety of inquiries.

Annually provides a Grand List of all taxable property within the Town of Barkhamsted.

Maintains an up-to-date inventory of all properties, including land and improvements thereon, changes in
ownership, new construction, alterations and subdivisions filed as of the assessment date. Annually
inspects and values all permit activity within the town limits of Barkhamsted.

Services:
Every 5 years conduct a Revaluation of all Real Estate as defined by State Statutes. The Town of Barkhamsted last revaluated all property in 2008.

Adjusts Motor Vehicle assessments that have either been sold, stolen, salvaged or registered out of State. Annually apply all tax exemption programs as permitted by state law. (Veterans, Disabled, Blind, Elderly Tax Relief, etc.)

Other:
Questions concerning assessed value, adjustments, exemptions, tax relief and improper motor vehicle tax billings should be directed to the Assessor’s Office @ 860-379-3600.

Right to Appeal for 2009GL Extended from February 20 to March 20, 2010.  For a copy of the BAA application, please see the Board of Assessment Appeals page under boards & commissions. 

Questions regarding billing, tax balances due, amounts paid and interest should be directed to the Tax Collector’s Office @ 860-738-4762.