Georgia Board of Equalization: What to Expect at a Hearing

Georgia Board of Equalization walkthrough: 45-day PT-311A appeal, hearing evidence, 40% assessment, and next steps if the BOE upholds the assessor.

FAQ

What is a Georgia Board of Equalization hearing?

It is a short administrative hearing before a citizen panel that decides fair market value after you file a timely PT-311A appeal. The same BOE structure applies in Cobb, Gwinnett, Fulton, DeKalb, and other Georgia counties; local portals and calendars differ.

How long do I have to appeal before a Georgia BOE hearing?

Generally 45 days from the date on your Annual Notice of Assessment. File PT-311A or the county’s online equivalent with the Board of Tax Assessors. Missing that window usually closes the appeal for the year.

What if the Georgia Board of Equalization upholds the assessor?

Read the written decision immediately. Further appeal is often a 30-day Superior Court filing. See Protestly’s guides on appealing after BOE denial and the Georgia property tax appeal state hub. Deadlines are short; the county will not remind you.

Does Protestly appear at Georgia BOE hearings?

No. Protestly generates a print-ready comparable sales packet for $29.99 that you attach to your appeal and present yourself. We do not file PT-311A or attend hearings.