From Rep. O’Brien’s email:
I was recently informed that the Philadelphia Revenue Department sent its 2014 tax bills with the new AVI assessment amounts, even to residents who appealed their assessment with the Board of Revision of Taxes.
City Council Bill #130591, authored by Councilman Mark Squilla, mandated the city to send out the previous year tax amount if a person appeals to the BRT. However, the revenue department did not send the correct amount to those under appeal.
I understand the city is sending out new bills to correct the error. However, if you do not receive a new, corrected bill, you can still send in the amount of your 2013 tax. I recommend you include a copy of your appeal with the 2013 tax assessment payment.
Under Councilman Squilla’s bill, you will have 30 days after your hearing decision to pay any balance owed without interest or penalty.
It is unfortunate the city made this error because it is causing so much confusion for homeowners who remain in appeal status with BRT. Please contact my office if you need help with this issue, or any state related matter.
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