On This Day | Tinkering With Property Tax
An overwhelming number, around 80 per cent, said it should begin at $20,000. Since the average value per acre in Ward county is $11.25, a man could own 1,778 acres of land in Ward
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Minot’s property valuation rises
Home prices in Minot are still climbing — and so are property assessments. According to the city assessor’s latest report, residential property values rose an average of 4.59% last year, with commercial values up 4.15%. The increases help keep assessments in line with state guidelines, which require values to stay close to actual selling prices.
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Minot City Council Votes Down Childcare Tax Exemption Proposal
A proposal to equalize property tax treatment for childcare centers in Minot failed Monday night after a 2-4 vote by the City Council. The resolution would have extended property tax exemptions to all licensed childcare centers, including for-profit providers operating in commercial buildings. Council Members Lisa Olson and Mark Jantzer supported the measure, while Council
Read & ShareProperty tax relief bill passes unanimously in state Senate
Property taxes are getting a closer look in North Dakota—and relief may be on the way. This week, lawmakers unanimously approved a plan to boost the annual property tax credit for homeowners from $500 to $1,250, while also expanding the renter’s refund program. The bill aims to offer meaningful relief without letting local taxes quietly
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North Dakota Senate advances property tax credit but plan differs from House
The North Dakota Senate unanimously passed a property tax bill Thursday, but adopted major amendments that could set up a conference committee showdown between the House and Senate. Amendments to House Bill 1176 reduce the maximum primary residence credit from the $1,450 approved by the House to $1,250. Gov. Kelly Armstrong, who backs the original
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Why Chicago’s chaotic property tax system is scaring away institutional investors (and why it matters in Minot)
It’s one thing to pay your fair share—another entirely to pay the price of uncertainty. That’s the crux of what’s keeping investors like Sean Conlon away from Chicago. Despite its strengths—a deep talent pool, solid infrastructure, and prime location—commercial real estate in the city is caught in a policy trap. Property tax unpredictability, not just
Read & Share sourced from: The Real DealCommittee seeks property tax exemption for childcare
Minot’s childcare centers are caught in a balancing act—essential for working families, yet often struggling to stay financially afloat. Now, a new tax could tip that balance further, unless the City Council steps in with an exemption. As the city reevaluates who’s been taxed and who hasn’t, the stakes are rising for dozens of centers
Read & Share sourced from: Minot Daily NewsMontana’s Property Tax Loophole: How Luxury Homes Benefit While Others Pay More
Montana’s property tax system is under scrutiny, and for good reason. A recent investigation revealed that thousands of million-dollar homes — including Gov. Greg Gianforte’s — benefit from agricultural tax breaks, paying far less than comparable residential properties. This loophole allows high-end real estate on large parcels to qualify for reduced land taxes, shifting the
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Committee advances North Dakota property tax bill but reduces level of tax credit
The North Dakota Senate Appropriations Committee advanced a property tax bill Thursday, but adopted amendments such as reducing the proposed tax credit for homeowners. Senate Majority Leader Sen. David Hogue, R-Minot, introduced amendments to House Bill 1176, a property tax proposal backed by Gov. Kelly Armstrong. Hogue proposed lowering the primary residence credit from the
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A rare thing is happening in North Dakota politics: a big property tax relief bill is moving forward with real momentum. HB1176 would deliver meaningful savings to homeowners, renters, and seniors—while putting a cap on how much local governments can raise taxes. But as the bill nears the finish line, some senators are eyeing changes
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What happens when tax breaks meant for working farms end up sheltering million-dollar homes? That’s the question at the heart of two Montana bills that just failed in the Legislature. The measures aimed to close loopholes that allow luxury properties—some with little or no real agricultural activity—to claim generous ag tax status. Supporters called it
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All Together Now: The Suburban Development Pattern Doesn’t Pay for Itself
Winnipeg’s proposed billion-dollar road extension has sparked a debate over whether it’s worth the cost. A new city report claims the Chief Peguis Trail extension will eventually generate a $1.8 billion surplus—but only if property taxes continue to rise steadily for 75 years. The reality, though, is that this growth model doesn’t pay for itself.
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Denver’s housing crisis isn’t about parking—it’s about people. As the city grows, officials are rethinking outdated parking mandates that drive up costs and stall development. By removing these rigid requirements, Denver hopes to make housing more affordable and flexible, allowing developers to build for actual demand rather than arbitrary rules. Other cities have already proven
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Senate lawmakers weigh questions of fairness in North Dakota property tax debate
Members of a Senate committee debated meaningful versus equitable property tax reform during hearings for two bills that would drastically affect how property tax is collected in the state. House Bill 1575, one of three bills advanced by the House earlier this session, would reduce property tax rates for residential, agriculture and commercial properties. Sponsor
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Gov. Armstrong: A Defining Moment for Property Tax Relief in North Dakota
American auto pioneer Henry Ford once said, “If everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself.” With the legislative session reaching its halfway point, success is starting to come into focus as we continue working with lawmakers to deliver meaningful property tax relief and reform. There is real momentum, and there’s a
Read & ShareNorth Dakota House sends 3 property tax reform bills to Senate
North Dakota’s House has approved three major property tax relief bills, each taking a different approach to cutting costs for residents and businesses. House Bill 1176 expands the primary residence tax credit and caps local tax increases at 3%, offering $503 million in relief. House Bill 1168 focuses on reducing school district taxes and limiting
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