Assessment Office

ASSESSMENT OFFICE

Assessor: Lisa M Bennett
Assessor Clerk: Holly Swingle

Regular Schedule
Tuesday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Wednesday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Thursday, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Saturday by appointment.

ASSESSMENT INFORMAL HEARINGS HAVE CONCLUDED IN ORDER TO MEET THE COUNTY DEADLINE FOR THE TENTATIVE
ROLL

THE ASSESSOR WILL SIT WITH THE TENTATIVE ROLL FOR REVIEW THURSDAY MAY 11, 2023 4:00 PM-8:00 PM
                                          TUESDAY MAY 16, 2023 10:00 AM -3:00 PM
                                          THURSDAY MAY 18, 2023 10:00 AM- 3:00 PM
SATURDAY MAY 20, 2023 9:00 AM- 1:00 PM
THESE DATES WILL BE TO ANSWER QUESTIONS, PROVIDE THE COMPARABLE PROPERTIES USDED TO DETERMINE YOUR ASSESSMENT.

LISTINGS OF THE PRELIMINARY ASSESSMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW, ALONG WITH THE SALES THAT HAVE OCCURRED IN THE LAST THREE YEARS IN THE TOWN OF CANADICE.

THE INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO CHALLENGE YOUR ASSESSMENT AND THE REQUIRED FORM RP-524 ARE AVAILABLE IN THE TOWN HALL CONFERENCE ROOM.

The drop-box by the front doors of the town hall is always available to leave paperwork off when the building is not open.

Phone: 585-367-2050 ext 4
Fax: 585-367-3880
Email: assessor@canadice.org

The Canadice Town Assessor is appointed by the Town Board, must attain New York State certification and serves a six year term. The Office of the Assessor is regulated by the NYS Real Property Tax Law (RPTL) and the Office of Real Property Services (ORPS). The responsibility of this office is to estimate the value of real property within the Town boundaries. The value is then converted into an assessment, which is one component in the computation of real property tax bills. The Town of Canadice is the designated assessing authority for the Town of Canadice and for the school districts for Town of Canadice properties. The Assessor’s office is also responsible for processing all real property exemptions.

Important legal dates on the Assessment calendar:

Taxable status date: March 1st
Tentative assessment roll filed: May 1st
Grievance day: Thursday following the fourth Tuesday of May.
Final assessment roll filed: July 1st.

Typical Tax Exemption information

The Assessor will require proof of residency with every application and a copy of all property owners driver license(s) showing the property address. Mobile home owners please include a copy of the bill of sale as well.

STAR
*If you are filing for the first time as a new property owner, you must register with New York State. Register anytime at www.tax.ny.gov/star (It just takes a few minutes.)
*Property owners without access to a computer can register by phone weekdays from 8:30 am until 4:30 pm at 518-457-2036.

The Basic STAR exemption for school taxes is available on your primary residence regardless of age.
*Follow the link above for STAR Exemption to register with New York State if you are filing for the first time or as a new property owner.

The Enhanced STAR exemption for school taxes is available if you will be 65 years of age or over in the calendar year. Applications must be filed by March 1st with proof of age and proof of income. We will require a copy of the top page of your federal or state tax return. Please check with our office for specific income requirements.
*If you are filing for the first time as a new property owner, you must register with New York State. Follow the link above for STAR Exemption.
*Beginning with the 2019-2020 school year, all new Enhanced STAR applicants are required to participate in IVP (Income Verification Program).

The Senior Citizens exemption is available for all property taxes: town, county and school. Eligibility is based on a minimum age of 65, and also has an income requirement. Please check with our office for specific income requirements. Applications must be filed by March 1st and renewed annually.

The Disability and Low Income exemption is available for all property taxes: county and school. To qualify, persons with disabilities generally must have certain documented evidence of their disability and meet certain income limitations. Applications must be filed by March 1st and renewed annually.

The Veterans exemption is available for town and county taxes only. Applicants must provide proof of residency and a copy of discharge papers (DD-214). Veterans may call the Ontario County Veterans Service Agency at 396-4185 to obtain a copy of their DD-214 if it has been filed with their office. Applications must be filed by March 1st. The application only needs to filed once.

Forms and Information

STAR Exemption www.tax.ny.gov/pit/property/star

Income Verification Program (Enhanced STAR) (RP 425-IVP http://www.tax.ny.gov/pdf/current_forms/orpts/rp425ivp_fill_in.pdf

Senior Exemption Application (RP 467) http://www.tax.ny.gov/pit/property/exemption/seniorexempt.htm

Disability & Low Income Exemption Application (RP 459-c) http://www.tax.ny.gov/pit/property/exemption/disablexempt.htm

Cold War Veterans Exemption Application (RP 458-b) http://www.tax.ny.gov/pit/property/exemption/coldwaroverview.htm

Alternative Veterans Exemption Application (RP 458-a) http://www.tax.ny.gov/pit/property/exemption/altvetoverview.htm

Agricultural Assessment (RP 305) http://www.tax.ny.gov/research/property/assess/valuation/agindex.htm

For Additional Information:

Tax rates, assessment roll information, property data, or to obtain a copy of a tax map, please go to: co.ontario.ny.us/714/OnCor

Notes

The Final Assessment roll needs to be posted on the home page based on Real Property Tax Law Section 1590