Tax Exemption Challenges

Who Can Challenge Tax Exempt Status?

Any taxing body with a vested interest in the parcel can challenge a determination of tax exempt status.

2024 Taxing Jurisdiction Exemption Challenges Filed

2024 Taxing Jurisdiction Exemption Challenges Filed(PDF, 127KB)

Challenge Application Process

Complete the Taxing Jurisdiction Exemption Challenge Application(PDF, 609KB).

Postmark or file in person by March 31st of the current tax year.

  • If March 31st falls on a holiday or a weekend, the challenge may be filed until the close of business on the next regular business day.
  • Challenges received after the March 31st deadline will be held by the Office of Property Assessments and reviewed for the following tax year.

Mail Applications to:

Allegheny County Office of Property Assessments
Attn: Legislative Acts
542 Forbes Avenue, Room 347
Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Note: An Exempt Status determination is appealable by Special Appeal.

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