Board of Assessment Appeals

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Purpose

An independent and neutral body to review property tax disputes between the Assessor and the Taxpayer. The Board is charged with making a fair and impartial decision that takes into account the facts as presented by the Assessor and the Taxpayer along with applicable South Carolina law.

Meeting Schedule

Frequency: 2nd Tuesday of the month (when there are appeals to be heard)

Time: 1 p.m.

Location: 2020 Hampton St.

Duration: 3-4 hours (approximately)

Membership Details

Seven members appointed for three-year terms. 

  • Three appointees are made by County Council. One shall be a person actively engaged in the real estate business.
  • One appointee is made by each of the following: Columbia City Council, Richland School District One Board of Trustees, Richland School District Two Board of Trustees, and Lexington/Richland School District Five Board of Trustees.
  • Members shall not serve more than two consecutive terms; however, upon service of two consecutive terms a member may be eligible for reappointment after one year of non-service.

Preferred Qualities

Members should have a background in one of the following:

  • Appraisal
  • Real Estate Development
  • Condemnation
  • Real Estate Litigation matters

Current Members

Delores G. Barber (1st Term)
Appointment: June 15, 2021
Reappointment: June 15, 2024

Tasha Thompson (1st Term)
Appointment: October 4, 2022
Reappointment: October 4, 2025

Cynthia Blair (2nd Term)
Appointment: April 5, 2025
Reappointment: April 5, 2028

Contact

Fred Descy
descy.fred@richlandcountysc.gov
803-576-2659