Interjurisdictional Determinants of Property Assessment Regressivity

Justin M. Ross ()

Land Economics, 2012, vol. 88, issue 1, pages 28-42

Abstract: The previous literature on vertical equity in property assessment has focused on parcel-level data within a single area and has produced mixed conclusions on whether the process is progressive or regressive. This paper advances the discussion to identifying what differences between jurisdictions might account for the mix of findings. Using data from Virginia cities and counties between 2001 and 2007, evidence is presented that indicates having tax maps available online, appointed assessors, and senior citizens all influence the level of regressivity observed between jurisdictions. Overall, the results support the hypothesis that interjurisdictional differences are determinants of vertical inequity.

JEL-codes: H71 H73 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2012
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