2025 Protest Registration is open.  Protest Period May 22nd, 2025 - June 20th, 2025.

IF YOU ARE APPROVED FOR THE 7% CAP AND NOT SUBJECT TO EXCLUSION, IT WILL BE APPLIED TO YOUR ASSESSED VALUE AND REFLECTED ON YOUR TAX BILL IN OCTOBER.

The Board of Equalization Valuation Notice will continue to reflect the value based on market conditions year to year. For more information about the 7% Cap, please visit: 

https://www.revenue.alabama.gov/property-tax/7-cap-information-hb73-act-2024-344/

Board of Equalization

Maria Knight, Director

Vision Statement

Our vision is to value fair and equitably all taxable real property in Jefferson County, to notify taxpayers of valuation increases, to hear and to decide protests, and to defend established values in court.

Mission Statement

Our mission is the equalization of Real Property in Jefferson County by establishing fair and reasonable market value using appraisal methodologies and practices as set by statutory requirements and the Alabama Department of Revenue. We adhere to the laws of the jurisdiction while serving the taxpayers with knowledge and respect. The Board of Equalization will operate in an environment that is conducive to our taxpayers and to the professional and personal growth of its employees.

Preliminary Hearings Protest Results

Board Hearing Results