How Florida Property is Valued
The Appraiser's Role Constitutionally, the Property Appraiser is charged with the duty and responsibility of placing a fair, equitable and JUST value on all real and tangible personal property in its prospective County. Real property includes land and all buildings, structures, and improvements to the land. Tangible personal property includes machinery and equipment, fixtures, furniture, and other items owned and used for business purposes. To ensure that equality of valuations is achieved, a system of property appraisal based on modern, sound, and nationally accepted appraisal practices and principles. Valuations are kept up-to-date and are part of the permanent records of the County's office. As such, they come under the Florida's Public Records Law and are available for your inspection. In addition to appraising property, the Property Appraiser tracks ownership changes, maintains maps of parcel boundaries, administers home...