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New York property tax

Start with your county. Published tax dates and rules link to the official source.

Statewide rules

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Penalty statute

RPTL 924-a sets a variable interest-rate framework, with a 12% annual floor under subsection 2; special/general laws and city local laws can differ.

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Appeal process

Most communities have Grievance Day on the fourth Tuesday in May; local exceptions apply. A grievance precedes judicial review; the calendar describes 30 days after Final Roll Date.

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Who may represent homeowners

At the local Board of Assessment Review, an owner may use an attorney or other representative, authorized in writing dated in the same calendar year as the complaint.

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Senior citizens exemption

Locally optional senior exemption, generally age 65+ with income and other requirements; local thresholds vary.

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Official exemption information

Official exemption information

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Counties and county equivalents

Common questions

How do property tax appeals work in New York?

Most communities have Grievance Day on the fourth Tuesday in May; local exceptions apply. A grievance precedes judicial review; the calendar describes 30 days after Final Roll Date.

Who may represent a homeowner in a New York property tax appeal?

At the local Board of Assessment Review, an owner may use an attorney or other representative, authorized in writing dated in the same calendar year as the complaint.

Sources

www.nysenate.gov
Provided, however, the rate of interest prescribed by this subdivision shall in no event be less than twelve per centum per annum.

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www.tax.ny.gov
If you grieved your assessment and did not receive the relief you requested, you can apply for judicial review of your assessment within 30 days following Final Roll Date.

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tax.ny.gov
You have the right to be represented by your attorney or other representative. To do so, you must authorize such person to appear on your behalf (see Part four of RP-524). This authorization must be in writing and bear a date within the same calendar year during which the complaint is filed.

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www.tax.ny.gov
Senior citizens exemption

Verified October 24, 2026

www.tax.ny.gov
To qualify, seniors generally must be 65 years of age or older and meet certain income limitations and other requirements.

Verified October 24, 2026