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Property assessment & tax 101 : a reference guide to property assessment and taxation in Alberta

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Definitions and explanations regarding property tax assessment in Alberta.

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Property tax : adding amounts to the tax roll

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This summary has been prepared by Alberta Municipal Affairs as a reference document. It outlines the various Provincial Statutes and Regulations that authorize municipalities to add unpaid costs... More ≫

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This summary has been prepared by Alberta Municipal Affairs as a reference document. It outlines the various Provincial Statutes and Regulations that authorize municipalities to add unpaid costs or fees to the tax roll. The descriptions are in most cases only brief summaries and consequently, the appropriate provincial legislation should always be consulted for certainty.

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Guide to equalized assessment in Alberta : a layperson's guide

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This guide provides stakeholders with general information about equalized assessments and how they are used to support provincial and regional programs.

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Principles of assessment I for Assessment Review Board Members and the Municipal Government Board Members

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This manual is part of a training program, approved by the Minister, which is mandatory for persons who wish to become qualified to participate in a hearing as a member of an assessment review... More ≫

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This manual is part of a training program, approved by the Minister, which is mandatory for persons who wish to become qualified to participate in a hearing as a member of an assessment review board. The material contained in this manual has been prepared by Alberta Municipal Affairs for information and for educational purposes. This manual is intended as an educational aid for persons in tribunal work, and should not be used as a substitute for current legislation.

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Principles of assessment II for Municipal Government Board Members

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This manual is part of a training program, approved by the Minister, which is mandatory for persons who wish to become qualified to participate in a hearing as a member of the Municipal Government... More ≫

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This manual is part of a training program, approved by the Minister, which is mandatory for persons who wish to become qualified to participate in a hearing as a member of the Municipal Government Board. The material contained in this manual has been prepared by Alberta Municipal Affairs for information and for educational purposes. This manual is intended as an educational aid for persons in tribunal work, and any portion of it should not be used as a substitute for current legislation.

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Filing a property assessment complaint and preparing for your hearing [2010]

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If you own a residence or business, this guide will help residence or business owner understand the assessment complaint process in Alberta. This guide will assist residence or business owner in... More ≫

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If you own a residence or business, this guide will help residence or business owner understand the assessment complaint process in Alberta. This guide will assist residence or business owner in filing a property assessment complaint, and offers ideas on how to prepare for their hearing with an assessment review board.

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Guide to property assessment and taxation in Alberta [2010]

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This Guide was written to provide general information about the province’s property assessment and taxation system. This guide will be helpful for anyone who wants or needs to have an... More ≫

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This Guide was written to provide general information about the province’s property assessment and taxation system. This guide will be helpful for anyone who wants or needs to have an understanding of how the province’s property assessment and taxation system works. The guide is structured to reflect the organization and process of the property assessment system. It begins with the foundations of the system—the legislation and history—and follows the process through to show how property taxes are determined and levied based on a property’s assessment.

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Tax recovery : a guide for Alberta municipalities [2007]

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The following manual has been written to assist municipalities and other stakeholders in working through the three tax recovery processes that are outlined in the Municipal Government Act (MGA),... More ≫

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The following manual has been written to assist municipalities and other stakeholders in working through the three tax recovery processes that are outlined in the Municipal Government Act (MGA), RSA 2000, Chapter M-26. This manual contains detailed descriptions of the steps required to satisfy the legislative requirements relating to the various tax recovery processes. It also contains flowcharts and checklists that highlight the main steps and timelines. The manual also contains the various forms that may be required by Alberta Land Titles or the Personal Property Registry. Sample letters and tax agreements are also provided, which may be of use to municipalities and stakeholders.

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Education property tax bulletin

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Provides information about Alberta’s 1997-2007 education property tax requisition.

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Guide to property assessment and taxation in Alberta [2005]

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This Guide was written to provide general information about the province’s property assessment and taxation system. This guide will be helpful for anyone who wants or needs to have an... More ≫

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This Guide was written to provide general information about the province’s property assessment and taxation system. This guide will be helpful for anyone who wants or needs to have an understanding of how the province’s property assessment and taxation system works. The guide is structured to reflect the organization and process of the property assessment system. It begins with the foundations of the system—the legislation and history—and follows the process through to show how property taxes are determined and levied based on a property’s assessment.

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