Assessor

Department Responsibilities:

• The Office of the Assessor is responsible for discovering, listing, and valuing all real estate, business personal property, and motor vehicles as of October 1st of each year in accordance with Connecticut State Statutes. Real Estate and Personal property is assessed at 70% of its fair market value.  Vehicles are valued on a 20 yr depreciation schedule from the Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) and then assessed at 70% of the depreciated value.  The office also administers various exemption & abatement programs related to property taxes for veterans, low-income seniors and disabled.   
• Current Mill Rate for 2025 Grand List: 21.03
• Fire District Mill Rate for 2025 Grand List: 0.87
• Last Revaluation: 2024  Next Revaluation: 2029

Citizen feedback is welcome.