Property values used for tax purposes are not automatically updated annually. That means your property could be taxed above its actual market value.
Be Proactive
- Every year on July 1, each county is assigned a Common Level Ratio (CLR), which compares the assessed value of your property to its estimated market value
- Request a quick worksheet from James Kratz or Thomas Bowen to determine if your property is over-assessed
- Here are the new CLRs and their relative impact on values over the past year: CLRs 7/1/26-6/30/27
- You have the right to challenge your property’s assessed values every year
Appeal Deadlines: Aug. 3 for Many Counties
- Deadlines this year vary, ranging from Aug. 3 to Sept. 1, except for Philadelphia (Oct. 5). Please view this brief summary of Who/Where/Why/How/When to appeal
- Assessed value changes resulting from appeals filed by this year’s deadline will be effective for tax years beginning in 2027
How We Can Help
- Stevens & Lee’s State and Local Tax Group can help identify potential over-assessments on commercial, industrial and other properties
- We have relationships with quality appraisers who can conduct preliminary appraisals that should be done contemporaneously with filing the appeal
If you have questions about how to proactively minimize Pennsylvania property taxes, please contact a member of our State and Local Tax Group or request the worksheet to get started.
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