If you would like to file on your own and need comparable properties for an appeal, please submit your request here: https://forms.gle/4sjJM9jG23XGKSaQ8. We will follow-up by sending some comparables to attach to your online appeal.

Si desea presentar por su cuenta y necesita propiedades comparables para una apelación, por favor envíe su solicitud aquí: https://forms.gle/4sjJM9jG23XGKSaQ8. Haremos un seguimiento mediante el envío de algunos comparables para adjuntar a su apelación en línea.

Please join us for an intake event on September 16, Board of Review analysts will be available to answer your questions in English and Spanish.

Únase a nosotros para un evento de admisión el 16 de septiembre. Los analistas de la Junta de Revisión estarán disponibles para responder sus preguntas en inglés y español.

Join Congressman Jesus “Chuy” Garcia and my office in partnership with Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights (ICIRR) and Instituto del Progreso Latino as we host a Citizenship Workshop.

 All attendees are required to register, to schedule an appointment call: (773)475-0833 or (773)342-0774

Únase al Congresista Jesús "Chuy" García y a mi oficina en asociación con la Coalición de Illinois por los Derechos de los Inmigrantes y Refugiados (ICIRR) y el Instituto del Progreso Latino para ofrecer un Taller de Ciudadanía.

Se requiere que todos se registren, para hacer una cita llame al: (773)475-0833 o (773)342-0774

Source June 2023 Berwyn Area Magazine

Attention residents:

The Cook County Treasurer’s office has released some informational videos regarding tax refunds. If you believe you may be entitled to a refund please visit the attached links  to find out how to claim your refund today.

Atención residentes:

La oficina del Tesorero del Condado de Cook ha publicado algunos videos informativos sobre los reembolsos de impuestos. Si cree que puede tener derecho a un reembolso, visite los enlaces adjuntos para averiguar cómo reclamar su reembolso hoy.

Cook County Treasurer’s Refund Video English

Cook County Treasurer's Refund Video Spanish

Cook County Treasurer's Refund Video Polish

Cook County Treasurer's Refund Video Arabic

Cook County Treasurer's Refund Video Chinese Cantonese

Cook County Treasurer's Refund Video Chinese Mandarin

HOW TO FILE AN ONLINE APPEAL WITH THE COOK COUNTY ASSESSOR’S OFFICE

Berwyn Township is open until May 24th, 2023

1. First you must create an account with an email address and password. Go to cookcountyassessor.com. Go to Appeals, then Online Appeals, then click “Launch Online Appeal Portal”. Create a new account, or login to an existing account. You will receive a confirmation email to “Activate Your Account” sent by [email protected]. Click on the link to complete registration process.                                                                           
2. Login - with email and password.                                                         
3. Available Filings - Select type of appeal - CCAO Appeals – Real Estate Assessed Valuation Appeal(Residential), Begin Filing.                
4. Primary PIN Search - Enter PIN (no dashes) click “Search”. Verify, go to Search results, click “Start Filing.”                                        
5. Appeal Activity Window - check boxes in lower left and click “Next” to proceed.         
6. Verify Primary PIN - click “Next”                                                       
7. Primary Pin - If requesting a Certificate of Error for past years, check appropriate boxes, click “Next”. (C of E’s may be filed for prior years based on incorrect property characteristics such as incorrect square footage or construction type.)                       
8. Additional Subject PIN Entry -If your property has more than one parcel (PIN), follow instructions online, otherwise click “Next”.      
9. Filer Type - Select Taxpayer/Owner from drop down lists.                            
10. Identification and Status of Taxpayer/Owner – Select Taxpayer/Owner Description. Click Hamburger icon = to auto fill, click on your name, click “Select”. Verify that information is correct, add phone number and email. Click “Next”.                        
11. Residential Assessed Valuation Appeal Characteristics - review the property characteristics. Mark ONLY property characteristics that are INCORRECT. Click “Next”.       
12. APPEAL Information - check reason for appeal - most likely “Lack of Uniformity/Comparables.” Briefly explain reason: “See comparables.” Field Check Request – select Yes or No. How is the property used – check box that applies. Check box if property was purchased after January 1, 2020. If purchased after January 1, 2020, enter sales date, purchase price, identity of buyer and seller, click “Next”.                                     
13. Attachments – Scroll to Comparable Property PIN(s) – Select Files and upload comparable document provided. Upload any other documents necessary to support your appeal. If purchased within the last three years, go to Sales Documents and use Sales Questionnaire along with required supporting documents such as Settlement Statement and Deed. Upload an appraisal that has been completed within the last three years if it is less than the Assessed Value of your home. Select Next.                                             
14. Submit - Enter Name, Phone, Email as your confirmation and electronic signature. PLEASE BE ADVISED - Once you click “Submit” you will NOT be able to make changes or add additional documents to this filing. Your appeal is complete.                        
15. Confirmation Print or save the appeal confirmation page for your records. You will also receive an email confirmation from the Cook County Assessor ([email protected] )
16. Cook County will mail a decision letter a few months after closing date.                                                    

The Berwyn Township Assessor's office will be closed Friday April 6, 2023 in observation of Good Friday. We will reopen for normal business hours Monday April 10, 2023.