BUCYRUS—Crawford County property owners recently received a letter announcing the completion of the triennial property appraisal.
Crawford County Auditor Joan Wolfe says the last state-ordered property appraisal was completed in 2018. This year, Appraisers actually visited the properties and did an arms-length appraisal. There are several components that go into calculating the tax increases, including comparable property sales from 2018, 2019, and 2020 as well as how the properties appeared as of January 1, 2021.
Wolfe was quick to point out the although the state recommended a 20% property tax increase, her office stays conservative on their appraisals. The increases came in at 16-18% when appraisals were completed, with the average property tax increase at 17%. New rates are effective January 1, 2022.
Property owners who disagree with their appraisal are encouraged to contact the Auditors Office and file an appeal. You may file an appeal between January 1 and March 31.
“These are estimates of value. They are not set in stone. Nothing changes unless you ask. If you think your appraisal is wrong, then show us. We will help fix it.” Wolfe said.