County Assessor Opens 2021 Appeals

Given how the pandemic and township hall fire have disrupted “business as usual” for us, property owners can help us by expressing their desire to file an appeal as soon as possible. We can help you prepare your appeal now (comps, sales reviews, etc.) even though you cannot file it until we have the official dates.

A note for anyone who received a reduction from the Board of Review based on an incorrect property description (square footage, classification, etc.): You MUST notify the County Assessor of the change during our Appeal Window. ONLY THE COUNTY ASSESSOR CAN MAKE PERMANENT CHANGES TO YOUR PROPERTY INFORMATION. The BOR’s reduction is valid for the 2020 Appeal ONLY, and your description in the County Assessor’s records will not be changed until you ask the County Assessor to do so.

During the township hall closure, you can reach Deputy Assessor Leonard Shifflett at (773)382-8780, or via email: jchurchwell@newtriertownship.com or lshifflett@newtriertownship.com.

If you email us, please include a phone number.

The Assessor’s phone (847) 446-8200 is still out of order. If you think it would help to have it working, please let me know.

Please share this info with relatives, friends, and neighbors. We aren’t working face-to-face yet, but don’t want people without email to be overlooked. The Assessor’s office will make arrangements to meet with property owners on an individual basis if needed. Your help during these challenging times is greatly appreciated.

Media Contact:
Jack Macholl
Wisdom Bridge Marketing
Office (847) 834-0180

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New Trier Township’s mission is to provide leadership, advocacy and resources to benefit the physical, mental and social well-being of Township residents. Established in 1850, New Trier Township government serves the 56,000 residents in the villages of Glencoe, Kenilworth, Wilmette and Winnetka, plus portions of Glenview and Northfield. The Township Office is located at 739 Elm Street in Winnetka or on-line at www.newtriertownship.com