Bill > B26-0484

This bill aims to improve the real property tax appeals process in the District of Columbia by making several key changes. First, it modifies the rules for Letters of Authorization, allowing a single power of attorney to represent a property owner before the Office of Taxation and Revenue and the Real Property Tax Appeals Commission. These letters will remain valid for up to three calendar years or until property ownership changes, and they no longer require notarization. The bill also eliminates the previous five-percent rule that limited assessment relief, giving the tax appeals commission more flexibility to adjust property values. Additionally, the legislation allows property owners and their representatives to opt into electronic communications, such as email or online portals, for tax-related notices, which will constitute sufficient legal delivery. The bill further clarifies timelines for various administrative processes by specifying business days instead of calendar days and adjusts the timeline for the Real Property Tax Appeals Commission to make decisions on property tax appeals. These changes are designed to make the property tax appeals process more flexible, efficient, and accessible for property owners in the District of Columbia.

Business and Industry

https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Legislation/B26-0484