When Is the Tentative Assessment Roll Available in Suffolk County?

Introduction

Each year, Suffolk County homeowners have an opportunity to review the tentative assessment roll before it becomes final. Many homeowners are unaware of this step, but reviewing the tentative roll helps them understand how their property is currently being assessed.

What Is the Tentative Assessment Roll?

The tentative assessment roll is the preliminary list of assessed property values prepared by the local assessor. Property owners may review the information to better understand their property's assessment and identify any questions they may wish to discuss with their local assessment office. Suffolk County explains that tentative rolls are generally published on or before May 1 each year.

Why Review It?

Reviewing the tentative assessment roll allows homeowners to:

• Verify property information
• Compare current and previous assessments
• Understand how their property appears in public assessment records

Conclusion

Taking time to review the tentative assessment roll each year helps homeowners stay informed before assessments become final.

AIDOTAX helps Suffolk County homeowners organize assessment information and understand public property records.