North Dakota’s property tax system might not be a typical dinner table topic, but its complexity impacts every homeowner. A recent proposal aims to address frustrations with the current system, introducing bold reforms like an 8-year rolling average for assessments and a focus on taxing usable square footage for primary residences. The author argues these changes promise greater stability and fairness, especially for seniors and small farmers, while encouraging local government efficiency. Though unconventional, this citizen-delivered-plan is sparking much-needed dialogue about how to modernize taxation in the state.
As the legislature debates caps or no caps, Mr. Collom writing for The Dakotan offers some additional ideas that are worthy of making the debate.
