PITTSBURGH — Several new homeowners in Pittsburgh are suing the city over property taxes, according to a lawsuit filed.
The homeowners filing the class-action lawsuit said that the city and Pittsburgh Public Schools are trying to reassess their homes “unfairly” and raise property taxes.
The suit claims that when someone bought a house, their property was reassessed. Attorneys for the plaintiffs said that violates not only the rules of the Board of Assessment, but also the Allegheny County Administrative Code.
Plaintiffs said the issue is that the taxes were only raised for some people – new homeowners.
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One attorney representing a plaintiff said the city should not target a “category” based on price. He said it is not fair to give a new homeowner a spot assessment.
Pittsburgh Public Schools released the following statement in regard to the lawsuit: “The practices of the school district in its management of tax assessment appeal fully complies with state law.”
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Allegheny County responded by saying they do not file appeals, but rather they help homeowners who want to appeal.
The County Solicitor said, “Holding the line on property taxes has been a fundamental tenet of this administration.”
The City of Pittsburgh declined to comment on any pending litigation.
If your think you may be eligible to be part of the class action suit, contact:
Friedman and Friedman, P.C. Attention: Edward B. Friedman EBF@friedman-law.com
900 Fifth Avenue, 2nd Floor
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Tel: 412-261-5834