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Title of bill
An act to amend the real property tax law, in relation to establishing an appeal procedure for individuals who fail to file for a STAR exemption
Purpose
To establish, by July 1, 2010, an appeal procedure for individuals who fail to file for a STAR exemption to show good cause for missing the deadline.
Summary of provisions
Section 1 of the bill amends section 425 of the real property tax law by adding a new paragraph b-2 to set up a procedure for individuals to show good cause on why they missed the deadline and requiring the assessment review board to grant the retroactively relief where legitimate, good cause is shown.
Section 2 of the bill provides for an effective date of July 1, 2010.
Justification
Individuals who miss the STAR exemption deadline should have an opportunity to appeal where they have a legitimate reason and can show good cause. This bill provides for such an appeal process and retroactive relief for those who are able to show good cause.
Legislative history
2008-07
S.5698/Passed Senate; Died in Assembly; Returned to Senate
Fiscal implications
To be determined.
Effective date
July 1, 2011
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