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Dave Garing
Michael Smith
Henry Krist
1820 Jefferson Street
P.O. Box 1220
Port Townsend, WA 98368
Dave Garing
MINUTES
March 30, 2017
Henry Krist
Michael Smith
Chairman
Vice -Chairman
Member
Chairman Dave Garing called the meeting to order at 9:45 a.m. in the presence of Vice -Chairman
Michael Smith and Member Henry Krist.
Michael Amo
4003 E. 36th Avenue
Spokane, WA 99223
HEARINGS
BOE: 16 -05 -LO
16 -06 -LO
16 -07 -LO
16 -08 -LO
PN: 710 312 064
710 312 065
710 312 066
710 312 067
Michael Amo was not present. Assessor Jeff Chapman represented the Assessor's Office and was
sworn in by Chairman Garing. Under appeal is the value of property located in the unrecorded
Brandeberry Estates on the Hoh River, Forks.
The property was assessed as of January 1, 2016 and the following is the current assessment and the
appellant's estimate of value for the parcels under appeal:
Parcel No.
Current Assessed Value
Appellant's Estimate of Value
710 312 064
$3,200 (Land Only)
$0 (Land Only)
710 312 065
$5,500 (Land Only)
$0 (Land Only)
710 312 066
$3,300 (Land Only)
$0 (Land Only)
710 312 067
$3,300 (Land Only)
$0 (Land Only)
On the petition forms the appellant wrote the following reasons for appealing the valuation of these
four (4) parcels: 1) "The river has changed course and most of this parcel has been taken down river
or is the river. "; 2) "There is no longer .64 acres of land that is not part of the river. "; 3) "There is no
longer .46 acres left of this parcel that is not part of the river."; and 4) "There is no longer .40 acres
left of this parcel that is not part of the river. "
Phone (360)385-9100 Fax (360)385-9382 jeffbocc@co.jefferson.wa.us
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Assessor Chapman stated that the appellant's property is located on the Hoh River on the Westend of
Jefferson County. He noted that in 2015 the river shifted which reduced the size of the appellant's
parcels. At that time, the improvement value was removed from the appellant's four (4) parcels. He
feels the remaining upland portion of the parcels have some value and can be used for parking and
recreational camping. If all four parcels are sold together, the buyer would be purchasing a recreational
site of .34 acres. Assessor Chapman recommended the land value be reduced from $3,500 per parcel to
$1,000 per parcel. Discussion ensued regarding the location of the road and whether it is located on the
appellant's property.
Chairman Garing asked Assessor Chapman if he would consider recommending reducing the value to
$500 for each parcel? Assessor Chapman responded that he feels that his current recommendation of
$1,000 per parcel is the fair market value.
Hearing no further testimony, Chairman Garing closed the hearing. The Board will make a
determination at a later time.
Timothy & Mari Bangle BOE: 16-26-R PN: 990 600 125
120 Baldwin Lane
Port Ludlow, WA 98365
Timothy Bangle was present. Appraiser John Pray represented the Assessor's Office. After explaining
the hearing process, Chairman Garing swore in both parties. Under appeal is the improvement value of
property located at 120 Baldwin Lane, Port Ludlow.
The property was assessed as of January 1, 2016 and is currently valued at $307,741 ($65,000 for the
land and $242,741 for the improvements). The appellants estimate the value to be $252,248 ($65,000 for
the land and $187,248 for the improvements).
Mr. Bangle stated that he purchased the property in 1999. The only improvement that has been made
since purchasing the home was replacement of the roof. He feels a 14% increase is excessive and
would accept a 5% increase.
Chairman Garing informed the appellant that prior to the hearing today, the Board of Equalization
requested additional information from the Assessor's representative. WAC 458-14-066 states, "that
timely access to valuation and other documentary information should be provided to both parties prior
to the hearing ... " Per Section (5)(b)(iii) of the WAC listed above, Chairman Garing stated that the
hearing will proceed and the appellant will have 45 days to submit new evidence to the Board and the
Assessor's Office. This allows each party with an adequate opportunity to rebut or comment on the
new evidence prior to the Board's decision. The appellant may request the hearing be continued in
order to provide verbal testimony or he may submit additional testimony in writing.
Appraiser Pray stated that the appellants provided a document that lists several 2015 and 2016 sales
that occurred in a portion of Port Ludlow. He informed the Board that the appellant used the 2016
assessed value when determining the percentage of increase for properties that sold in 2015 and 2016.
He noted that only four (4) of the 17 improved sales in the area, were valued higher than the sale price.
He stated one of the appellant's comparable property sale was assessed at $286,000 in 2015 and sold
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for $270,000 in June, 2015. He is unsure of the details of that sale. He discussed the following
comparable property sales:
Comparable Property #1
Parcel No.:
990 400 260
Location:
574 Montgomery Lane, Port Ludlow
Assessed Value:
$239,368
Sale Date:
March, 2016
Sale Price:
$255,000
Comparable Property #2
Parcel No.:
990 400 208
Location:
431 Montgomery Lane, Port Ludlow
Assessed Value:
$296,404
Sale Date:
June, 2016
Sale Price:
$303,000
Comparable Property #3
Parcel No.:
990 400 203
Location:
464 Montgomery Lane, Port Ludlow
Assessed Value:
$306,928
Sale Date:
August, 2016
Sale Price:
$335,000
Comparable Property #4
Parcel No.:
990 400 458
Location:
40 Rainier Court, Port Ludlow
Assessed Value:
$274,285
Sale Date:
August, 2016
Sale Price:
$289,000
Comparable Property #5
Parcel No.: 990 600 111
Location: 81 Baldwin Lane, Port Ludlow
Assessed Value: $276,007
Sale Date: September, 2016
Sale Price: $304,500
Comparable Property #6
Parcel No.:
990 400 21 1
Location:
471 Montgomery Lane, Port Ludlow
Assessed Value:
$274,248
Sale Date:
October, 2016
Sale Price:
$293,000
Appraiser Pray feels the appellant's assessed value has increased since 2015.
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The appellant stated that the property located at 81 Baldwin Lane is a newer home and the County
required several upgrades be made. His property has a better view, but he feels a 14% increase is too
much.
Discussion ensued regarding the statistical update process used to value properties in Port Ludlow.
Vice -Chairman Smith asked the appellant if he would sell his property for $252,248 which is the
appellant's estimate of value listed on the petition form. The appellant responded that he would not
sell for $252,000. He stated that he came up with that figure using the percentages on his list of Port
Ludlow sales.
Chairman Garing reiterated that the appellant will have 45 days to provide any comments regarding
the additional information provided by the Assessor's representative. The appellant is asked to do one
of the following: provide written comments to the Board and Assessor; request the hearing be
continued in order to provide verbal testimony; or not respond. If no response is received within 45
days, the Board will close the hearing and make a determination on the testimony and evidence
provided today.
Kenneth & Linda Nelson BOE: 16-28-R PN: 985 210 003
251 S Street
Port Townsend, WA 98368
Kenneth Nelson was present. Appraiser John Pray represented the Assessor's Office. After explaining
the hearing process, Chairman Garing swore in both parties. Under appeal is the improvement value of
property located at 251 S Street, Port Townsend.
The property was assessed as of January 1, 2016 and is currently valued at $654,781 ($149,600 for the
land and $505,181 for the improvements). The appellants estimate the value to be $559,000 ($149,000
for the land and $410,000 for the improvements).
The appellant stated that his home consists of one bedroom. None of the comparable property sales
provided by the Assessor's Office are one bedroom and therefore, are not comparable. He does not
feel the 21 % increase from last year's value is justified. He feels the value is less than $600,000 for a
one bedroom home. He acknowledges that his home is over 3,000 square feet and has a lot of living
space. In reviewing the worksheet of his property, he questioned the absence of the number of
bedrooms or bathrooms.
Appraiser Pray responded that the number of bedrooms and bathrooms listed on the worksheets is for
information only and does not influence the market value of the property.
The appellant stated that he requested a permit from the City of Port Townsend to be able to rent his
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) and has not received approval. He does not qualify for the Senior
Citizen Exemption Program and is requesting the Board reduce the value.
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Chairman Garing informed the appellant that prior to the hearing today, the Board of Equalization
requested additional information from the Assessor's representative. WAC 458-14-066 states, "that
timely access to valuation and other documentary information should be provided to both parties prior
to the hearing ... " Per Section (5)(b)(iii) of the WAC listed above, Chairman Garing stated that the
hearing will proceed and the appellant will have 45 days to submit new evidence to the Board and the
Assessor's Office. This allows each party with an adequate opportunity to rebut or comment on the
new evidence prior to the Board's decision. The appellant may request the hearing be continued in
order to provide verbal testimony or he may submit additional testimony in writing.
Appraiser Pray reviewed the following comparable property sales:
Comparable Proverty #1
Parcel No.:
984 905 102
Location:
1820 Maple Street, Port Townsend
Assessed Value:
$598,945
Sale Date:
April, 2016
Sale Price:
$738,000
Comparable Property #2
Parcel No.:
988 802 001
Location:
1000 Madison Street, Port Townsend
Assessed Value:
$424,313
Sale Date:
March, 2015
Sale Price:
$535,000
Comparable Property #3
Parcel No.:
985 209 507
Location:
340 Q Street, Port Townsend
Assessed Value:
$460,041
Sale Date:
June, 2013
Sale Price:
$450,000
Discussion ensued regarding the square footage of the residence and Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU).
Appraiser Pray stated that the appellants' home is unique and if sold would require a certain type of
buyer.
Chairman Garing stated that the appellant provided sales of comparable property within his same
neighborhood. He asked the appellant if the homes on the properties are comparable to his home?
The appellant responded that he used property sales that occurred in his neighborhood, but the homes
on the properties are not comparable to his home.
Chairman Garing reiterated that the appellants will have 45 days to provide any comments regarding
the additional information provided by the Assessor's representative. The appellant is asked to either
respond in writing, request the hearing be continued in order to provide verbal testimony, or not
respond. If no response is received within 45 days, the Board will close the hearing and make a
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determination on the testimony and evidence provided today.
The appellant stated he will not be providing additional information or testimony and would like the
hearing to be closed today.
Hearing no further testimony, Chairman Garing closed the hearing. The Board will make a
determination at a later time.
ADJOURNMENT
Member Krist moved to adjourn the meeting at 11:35 a.m. Vice -Chairman Smith seconded the motion
which carried by a unanimous vote.
JEFFERSON COUNTY
BOARD OF EQUALIZATION
ATTE TALocke,�9clerk
Dave Gari , C airm
L slie Rof the Board ael Smith, Vice -C irman
Henry Krist, Member