Lanarkshire Valuation Appeal Panel

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Q: 1. I have received a citation telling me to attend a valuation appeal hearing, or a council tax appeal hearing regarding the banding of my house. I want to discuss it with somebody before the hearing to try to reach an agreement. Who should I speak to?

Q: 2. I have received a citation to attend a valuation appeal hearing. Why did I get this, as I cannot remember ever appealing in the first place?

Answer: Telephone the Assessor in the first instance. All appeals are lodged with the Assessor. The Assessor is obliged to give the Panel Secretary a list of any appeals which have not been resolved by negotiation between the Assessor and the ratepayer/council taxpayer. The information on your appeal is held by the Assessor.

Q: 3. I have received a citation to attend a valuation appeal or council tax appeal hearing. The date does not suit me. Can I have a fresh date?

Q: 4. I have received a citation to attend a valuation appeal or council tax appeal hearing. Do I need to present the case myself or can someone do it for me?

Q: 5. I have received a citation to attend a valuation appeal or council tax appeal hearing. I would prefer not to come. Can I do this in writing?

Q: 6. Will I receive a decision on the day of the hearing?

Q: 7. How many people are likely to sit on the committee to hear my appeal?

Q: 8. Who are the people who make will make up the committee?

Q: 9. Are the members of the committee used to having someone appear and present their own case?

Q: 10. I wish to record the proceedings, is this in order?

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