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B 26-0252

Real Property Assessment and Appeals Schedule Revision Act of 2025

26th Council Period (2025-2026)

B 26-0252 revises District of Columbia property tax assessment timelines and appeal procedures, potentially affecting when and how property owners can challenge valuations.

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Bill Summary · B 26-0252

Legislative bill overview

Bill B 26-0252 revises the schedule and procedures for real property assessments and appeals in the District of Columbia. The bill modifies timelines for property owners to challenge assessed valuations and adjusts the administrative processes governing how assessment disputes are handled by the D.C. Office of the Assessor.

Why is this important

Property tax assessments directly affect tax bills for homeowners and commercial property owners. Changes to appeal schedules and timelines can significantly impact whether property owners have adequate opportunity to challenge assessments they believe are incorrect, potentially affecting hundreds of thousands of D.C. residents and businesses.

Potential points of contention

  • Appeal deadline compression: If the bill shortens the window for property owners to file appeals, it may disadvantage those unfamiliar with the process or those who discover assessment errors after deadlines pass
  • Administrative burden vs. efficiency: Tighter schedules could streamline government processes but may reduce thoroughness of appeals review or create backlogs
  • Equity concerns: Changes could disproportionately affect lower-income property owners with less access to tax professionals who monitor assessment notices

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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