City of Concord Assessing Department – Concord, NH

Concord Assessing Department

The City of Concord Assessing Department, situated within City Hall, is tasked with the discovery, listing, and valuation of all taxable property within the city limits. 🏠 Using internationally accepted mass appraisal practices, the department ensures that tax assessments are fair, equitable, and proportional for all citizens. While they determine property values, they do not set the tax rate or collect tax payments.

Exemptions and Credits

• Tax Credits: Administration of credits for veterans and service-connected disabled veterans. 🎖️
• Exemptions: Processing applications for elderly exemptions, blind exemptions, and improvements for persons with disabilities. 👵
• Current Use: Management of land classified as open space, farm, or forest land for reduced taxation. 🌲

Property Data

The office maintains comprehensive records, including property cards (assessment data), tax maps, and ownership information. 🗺️ Residents can visit to review their property details, file for abatements if they believe their assessment is incorrect, or discuss valuation methods with staff.