“Tax lister” is an incorrect term for the designated person elected by the townspeople to list their properties. Adding the word “tax” implies that we somehow set the tax on a property. We list the property and its buildings and outbuildings.
The following is the explanation from the website of the state Department of Taxes Division of Property Valuation and Review:
“Programs that are primarily administered by municipal governments are supported by the Division of Property Valuation and Review. We work extensively with local governments in the performance of their duties.
“The primary responsibility of the lister is to determine the fair market value of your property; all real property commonly known as real estate is assessed. Real property is defined as land and any permanent structures attached to it. This value is converted into an assessment, which is one component in the computation of real property tax bills.
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