Wake County Property Tax Appeal Guide
In Wake County, file your appeal by A written request for a hearing must be made to the County Board of Equalization and Review before the board adjourns. The board's first meeting is held no earlier than the first Monday in April and no later than the first Monday in May; the adjournment date is set by each county. If the board's notice of decision was mailed fewer than 15 days before adjournment, the request may be made within 15 days after that notice was mailed. at Wake County Tax Office's online portal.
| Deadline | A written request for a hearing must be made to the County Board of Equalization and Review before the board adjourns. The board's first meeting is held no earlier than the first Monday in April and no later than the first Monday in May; the adjournment date is set by each county. If the board's notice of decision was mailed fewer than 15 days before adjournment, the request may be made within 15 days after that notice was mailed. |
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| Lien date | January 1, 2026 |
| Appeal body | County Board of Equalization and Review (BER) |
| Assessor / district | Wake County Tax Office |
| Online portal | File online |
How to File a Appeal in Wake County
- Gather your assessment notice — it lists your account number and any access code
- File online through Wake County Tax Office's portal or by mail
- State your grounds and submit evidence (comparable sales, a licensed appraisal, or photos of defects)
- Request an informal review to try to settle before a formal BER hearing