In the midst of Hurricane Helene recovery, Buncombe County’s 2025 property reappraisal — which reassesses the value of all real property in the county — was delayed until 2026. And while that may be a relief as many residents face damage to their homes and businesses and uncertainty about the future, you might also be left with some questions about property taxes.
So as deadlines approach and recovery continues, here’s what you need to know.
- The deadline for paying property taxes is Sunday, Jan. 5, and NC law prohibits extending the deadline.
- You can contact the Tax Department at 828-250-4910 to learn about payment plans.
- NC law also prohibits taxes from being waived or prorated.
- If your property was damaged by the storm, make sure to report it.
- The county is documenting storm damage, and the report will let the assessment team know to either adjust or remove your property from the upcoming assessment.
- This goes for business (e.g. computers, equipment) and personal (e.g. vehicles, boats) property as well.
- If your property is still damaged come Jan. 1, there will be a reduction in taxable value for 2025.
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