Connecticut House Bill HB05972

Connecticut 2013 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/24/13
• Refer: 1/24/13

Caption

An Act Concerning The Look-back Period For Property Tax Adjustments.

Impact

If enacted, HB 05972 will significantly impact the administration of property taxes at the local level. By expanding the number of years for which tax collectors and assessors may look back to make adjustments, local governments may recover lost revenues and correct errors more effectively. This could lead to fairer tax bills for property owners and better allocations of funding for public services within those municipalities.

Summary

House Bill 05972 seeks to amend chapter 203 of the general statutes by increasing the look-back period for property tax adjustments. This change will empower town tax collectors or assessors to extend the time frame they can utilize to correct or adjust property tax issues. The intent behind this bill is to facilitate a more accurate property tax adjustment process and to allow municipalities to ensure that property taxes reflect fair and equitable assessments based on accurate data.

Contention

While the proposed bill may be viewed positively by local governments seeking to enhance their revenue and ensure fair tax assessments, there may be points of contention among property owners who could feel that extended look-back periods may lead to unexpected tax adjustments or increases. Critics could argue that changes in the look-back policy could create pitfalls for taxpayers who have already settled their financial obligations based on previous assessments. As a result, ensuring clear communication and guidelines will be essential to mitigate concerns surrounding retroactive adjustments.