Tax relief and valuation review
A homestead exemption, senior-relief program, or valuation protest can change the amount a homeowner owes—but only if the filing reaches the right local office in the correct window. Use the verified county guidance below as your working checklist, then confirm the current form and deadline with Clark County Assessor; Clark County Treasurer collects property taxes.
Relief programs
The filing guidance for this county is: At least 30 days before the applicable tax payment due date for the senior/disabled deferral program; the separate senior/disabled exemption application is available through the Clark County Assessor's online portal and county program page. Use the official form or application channel, provide the residence and ownership documentation requested, and keep a copy of the submission.
Review county contact informationClark County administers Washington senior/disabled property-tax exemption and deferral programs. The exemption is available to qualifying owners age 61+ or disabled and can lower taxes and freeze taxable value; the deferral program generally requires age 60+ or disability, primary residence, household disposable income no more than $65,548, and filing at least 30 days before a tax payment is due.
Washington's 1% limit applies to taxing-district tax revenue, not individual taxpayers or assessed values. Clark County assesses market value annually; individual values and tax bills can increase more or less than 1%, while voter-approved levies are outside the limit.
Appealing an assessment
Use the valuation notice and the county’s published protest guidance to determine the last day to file. Do not assume the payment deadline controls the appeal.
Gather comparable sales, photographs, repair records, appraisal evidence, property characteristics, and any documentation that explains why the assessed value is incorrect.
Submit through the official channel, save the confirmation, and attend the board or review hearing if one is scheduled. An appraiser or attorney can help evaluate evidence when the value or stakes are substantial.
The verified protest guidance for this county is: July 1, 2026 or within 60 calendar days of the Notice of Value mailing date, whichever deadline applies under RCW 84.40.038; the petition goes to the Clark County Board of Equalization. If the language is not a specific calendar date, contact the office promptly for the current notice and board-review schedule.