Tax appeals
Florida VAB Appeals in 2026: Check Your Notice
Use the deadline on your notice and confirm it with your county’s VAB clerk. A statewide seasonal estimate is not a substitute for your actual filing date.
Updated September 10, 2026
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Before ordering an appraisal, identify whether you are disputing value or a different decision, such as an exemption denial.
Confirm the correct petition deadline
Florida’s Department of Revenue describes a 25-day period after the Notice of Proposed Property Taxes for value petitions. Its calendar gives different periods for certain denials. Confirm the deadline and required form for your issue.
Protect the formal deadline
An informal conference with the property appraiser does not extend the VAB petition deadline. If you missed a deadline, contact the clerk about late filing rather than assuming there is no remaining process.
Prepare for the petition and hearing
Ask the clerk about current fees, filing methods, evidence exchange, hearing arrangements and any payment requirements. Keep the receipt and dated copies of your documents. Do not assume an appraisal alone completes the petition.
Review the outcome
Read the decision and any further review instructions. A petition does not guarantee a lower assessment or savings in later years.
Questions people ask
Is there one September deadline for all Florida counties?
No. Use your notice and confirm the applicable date with the county clerk.
Does ordering an appraisal preserve my filing rights?
No. Follow the required filing process and deadline independently of the appraisal order.
Sources
Sources checked September 10, 2026. Confirm the requirements for your specific assignment with your recipient or advisor.
