2026 Informal Real Property Appeal Form
The Value Appeal Process
3 Steps to Appeal
- Review: Review the information we have on file for your property and report any outdated or incorrect information to us. Property record cards for each parcel are available via the GIS Viewer - to access this system click here.
- Compare: Compare your property value with the sale prices of similar properties using our free online service.
- Appeal: If all information is up to date and you still disagree with the assessed value, you can file an appeal with the Board of Equalization and Review (BOER) and schedule a hearing. After the BOER hears your appeal, you will receive written notification of your property value in the mail. You must appeal by 5pm on May 8, 2026 to be considered.
How to Support Your Appeal
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Useful documentation includes:
- Comparable sales or comparable sale reports from the property owner, the county’s online sales database or a real estate professional. Comparable sales should be prior to January 1st 2026. To use the county's comparable sales application click here.
- Pictures showing the property’s inner and outer features and condition, including any upgrades
- Optional: A copy of a recent fee appraisal for the property, such as one done in connection with the purchase or refinance of the property.
- Data errors and out-of-date information about your property can be managed quickly. Our staff members are here to help if you need to correct, update, or verify your property information.
- Appeals must be based on value, not on the change in value or what the expected tax increase might be.
- Please note having the information ready to fill out the appeal form and submit with supporting documentation aids in efficient processing during the informal review process.
Appeal Forms
Value appeals for the 2026 Reappraisal can be submitted in the following way:
- Online: Complete the online form and attach any documentation using the appeal form, click here.
- By Mail: Print an appeal form (click here), or contact the Tax Department to have one emailed or mailed to you, and submit by mail with any supporting documentation to:
Harnett County Tax Department
305 W. Cornelius Harnett Blvd
Suite 101
Lillington, NC 27546
- In-Person: Printed appeal forms are available at the Tax Department and completed forms with supporting documentation can be submitted in-person during office hours at:
Harnett County Tax Department
305 W. Cornelius Harnett Blvd
Suite 101
Lillington, NC 27546
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All appeals must be submitted online or in writing by 5:00p.m. on May 8, 2026.