The Board of Assessment Appeals is a separate and autonomous agency not connected to nor employed by the Office of the Assessor. As a taxpayer, you should feel comfortable in asserting your right of appeal and value opinion, and in offering any applicable and appropriate information in support of your assertions. The process is informal. You may hire a professional (attorney; appraiser; realtor; representative; etc.) to represent you if you wish, however, it is not a requirement. Although informal, appeal to the Board of Assessment Appeal is generally considered important to your further rights of appeal. If dissatisfied with determination or decision of the Board of Assessment Appeals, you may appeal to the Superior Court within two months of the mailing of the notice of determination of action of the Board of Assessment Appeals. THE APPEAL  Anyone claiming to be aggrieved by the actions of the assessor has the right to an appeal before the Board of Assessment Appeals. In order to be heard by the BAA at its March meeting, you must file a written appeal with an original signature,, to the STRATFORD BOARD OF ASSESSMENT APEALS. Appeals must be received on or before February 20th. This is a received by date not a postmark date. Digital submissions (fax or email) are not accepted.    The BAA will receive all applications and schedule their meetings accordingly.  Please note applications that are incomplete or untimely will not be heard.   If you are submitting an appraisal or other similar evidence, you must submit a copy along with your application.  Once you have made application to the BAA, you will be notified in writing where and when to appear for your hearing, APPEALS PROCEDURE • Appear at the time and place prescribed by the BAA • You MUST complete a separate form for each property and each class of property you wish to appeal • If you cannot or do not wish to appear, have your attorney or agent appear as your representative (Written authorization required) • The BAA does not reschedule an appointment. • FAILURE TO APPEAR WILL RESULT IN A DEFAULT – Dismissal of your appeal • You will be sworn under oath to be truthful in answering questions concerning your property • You will have the opportunity to present evidence (appraisals, photographs, reports, etc.) • Remember – It is your responsibility to prove your appeal • An appraisal by a qualified appraiser is not required, but is recommended • You must pay your taxes as they come due or interest and penalties will be applied • Consult with the Tax Collector for payment instructions while your appeal is pending • Notice of the Board’s decision will be mailed to the property owner  unless otherwise requested in  writing by appellant. For further information you may wish to review the Connecticut General Statutes as amended, relative to appeal rights.  NOTE: We do not provide legal advice, however, we want you to be well informed of your appeal rights.  For a complete listing of applicable laws and competent, proper legal advice, we urge you to consult with an attorney. All information and correspondence with the BAA should be directed to: Stratford Board of Assessment Appeals 2725 Main Street Stratford CT 06615