Board of Assessment Appeals

The Board of Assessment Appeals conducts regular meetings twice annually. In March, the Board hears the appeals of taxpayers who feel that they have been aggrieved for motor vehicles, personal property and real estate appeals. In September, the Board hears appeals for motor vehicles only.  Appeals must be in writing on the appeal form. Application forms may be downloaded via the PDF link below or picked up at the Tax Assessor’s Office during business hours. 

In 2026 the Board of Assessment Appeals will meet on March 11, 2026, and on September 09, 2026, via a Hybrid Platform.

The BAA consists of three members who are elected at each biennial Town election for a term of four years. Additional members can be elected in a revaluation year. The above is in accordance with Connecticut General Statute 9-199(c).

Notice for the March 11, 2026 Appeal Hearing:

Appeals to the Board of Assessment Appeals on the Grand List of October 1, 2025 and Supplemental List of October 1, 2024 in the Town of Columbia, must be filed in writing no later than Friday, February 20, 2026.  Applications must be completed in their entirety. Failure to file a written appeal by February 20, 2026, is considered a waiver to your right of appeal in that year. The meeting will be conducted by appointment only via a Hybrid Platform. Appointment confirmation and instructions will be mailed to the applicants who have filed their applications in a timely manner. 

The Board of Assessment Appeals consist of the following members: