How to use this calculator
This tool provides an estimate of potential property tax savings under the New York State 480-a forest tax law. To use it, you will need the following information from your property tax bill or assessment notice:
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Land assessed value — found on your property tax bill or assessment notice
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Total parcel acreage — the full size of your property
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Eligible wooded acreage — the forested portion you wish to enroll (minimum 50 acres required)
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Town equalization rate — available from your town assessor or at tax.ny.gov
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Tax rates — enter individual rates for school, county, town, library, fire, and ambulance, or a single combined rate if that is all you have available
Results appear automatically as you enter your information. Contact AD Forester, LLC at 518-479-9676 with any questions about eligibility or enrollment.