With recent discussions about the recent notification to Chowan County property owners about their revaluations, the Albemarle Observer staff talks about what revaluation means, how to appeal and tax discounts available to some residents.
There are several different ways to listen to the conversation. Resources are below.
YouTube
Spotify
Resources
- Albemarle Observer’s recent article on revaluations in Chowan County: https://albemarleobserver.news/2026/03/03/chowan-county-property-values-rise-38-42-in-2026-revaluation/
- No one speaks during the hearing on Chowan County’s revaluation process: https://albemarleobserver.news/2025/10/22/no-comment-at-chowan-county-property-tax-revaluation-hearing-schools-receive-safety-grant/
- Washington County moves forward on 2027 revaluations: https://albemarleobserver.news/2025/10/29/washington-county-commissioners-move-forward-with-2027-property-revaluation/
- Chowan County Tax Department: https://www.chowancounty-nc.gov/tax-dept
- North Carolina Housing Coalition (while the examples deal with counties near Raleigh, they are applicable throughout North Carolina): https://nchousing.org/neighborhood-level-impact-navigating-property-revaluation-property-tax-appeals/

One response to “Video podcast: What is revaluation?”
[…] Toward the tail end of the meeting, during the time set aside for commissioners to talk, perhaps address matters from public comment, Commission Chairman Bob Kirby responded with County Manager Kevin Howard explaining the revaluation. On that note, for a quick video about revaluation, click here. […]