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Howard County Property Tax Appeal Guide

In Howard County, file your appeal by August 17, 2026 at Howard County Assessor's online portal.

DeadlineApply to the County Equalization Board (in person, by petition, or by letter to the board secretary) on or before the third Monday in August. The board begins hearing appeals no later than the second Monday in August.
Lien dateJanuary 1, 2026
Appeal bodyCounty Equalization Board (CEB)
Assessor / districtHoward County Assessor
Online portalFile online

How to File a Appeal in Howard County

  1. Gather your assessment notice — it lists your account number and any access code
  2. File online through Howard County Assessor's portal or by mail
  3. State your grounds and submit evidence (comparable sales, a licensed appraisal, or photos of defects)
  4. Request an informal review to try to settle before a formal CEB hearing