Hartland, Vermont



Town of Hartland Board of ListersUpdated 2019 Grievance Hearing MinutesResult of Grievance MinutesPublished 11/22/2019Informal informational/grievance appointments were held before July 11, some of which resulted in a change in appraisal. Also, there were some adjustments made without grievance. These properties are included to provide a complete list of properties whose values changed after the abstract grand list was lodged on June 26, 2019:Twin State Sand & Gravel, Parcel 018.002.000, 150 Mill St.Adjusted land grade2019 Result of Grievance: Adj land gradePike Industries, Parcel 005.004.000, 78 Ferry Rd.Adjusted land grade2019 Result of Grievance: Adj. land gradeKara LaRose (Hall), Parcel 017.002.000, 66 Mill St.Assessed value too high; house in poor condition 2019 Grievance Result: Asbestos siding. Reduced dwelling insulation factor and site value from (0.9 to 0.8) due to closeness to Interstate.Town of Hartland, Parcel 002.021.000, Jenneville CemeteryPer Clyde Jenne, the Town never owned this cemetery; Jenneville Cemetery Association does.Changed ownership to Jenneville Cemetery Association.Ellen Walsh, Parcel 013.052.000, 422 Rt 12Correction: Merged abutting parcels in same ownership.Formal Grievance hearings for the 2019 Grand List started at 9:00 AM on July 11, 2019 in the multipurpose room outside the Lister’s office in Damon Hall. Due to the increased number of grievances in this reappraisal year, grievance appointments were limited to 15 minutes each.Thursday, July 11, 2019Present at today’s hearings: Listers: Doug Linnell, Stacey Bradley, Craig SmithVermont Appraisal Company: Tom Cain, Ted NelsonNamed appellant(s)9:00 AM: Sarah White, Parcel 007.187.000, 13 Spencer Meadow Nature of grievance: Discussed how value is determined, recent market trends, and the land schedule. Informational meeting only, no grievance.9:20: Christina Sweeney, Parcel 016.018.000, 590 Rt 5 Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; close proximity to Rt 5 and the railroad tracks affect value. 2019 Results of Grievance: Applied functional depr. for relatively oversized and economic depr. for proximity of both the state highway and rail line.9:40: Darwin & Linda Eton, 012.003.000, 198 Garvin Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessment too high: living area too high. Presented comps and analysis. Set up inspection appointment for 7/12 at 5:30 PM. Craig and Doug visited property on 7/12 to verify measurements.2019 Grievance Result: split the difference in GLA10:20: Shepard Construction Co Inc, Parcel 024.003.000, 85 Rt 4Nature of grievance: Roger Shepard stated that the cost approach was not accurate here, he presented a lease agreement where the tenant has an option to buy in 3 years and other income and expenses. The property flooded during Irene to 3’ above grade.2019 Results of Grievance. Adjusted NBHD Multiplier to be in keeping with other nearby properties. Adjusted main structures and site for location in the flood hazard area and corrected residual land size for a total of 6.67 Ac.10:40: Matt Closter & Marysita Miles, Parcel 022.025.000, 211 Hartland Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Recently purchased for $365,000. Provided comps and analysis.2019 Grievance Result: Appraiser Access Denied; Economic Depr. (15%) for what appears to be LTT condition for the age. Appealed to BCA11:00: Dan Hampton, Parcel 003.043.000, 55 Hampton Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessment too high; 55 yr old log cabin; owner presented 2016 appraisal and comps.2019 Grievance Result: changed quality grade; adj SI AddlBldLot down11:20: Marc Hampton, Parcel 003.096.000, 33 Hampton Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessment too high; Dan Hampton grieved w/ permission. Shared well and driveway right of way, provided comps and completed Quality Check sheet.2019 Results of Grievance. Adjusted quality and increased phys. depr. for status of the dwelling.1:00: Hylene Devoyd, Parcel 007.236.000, 27 Rt 12Nature of grievance: A 560 sq. ft shed was double counted and should be corrected; Listers agreed. Asked how the new higher assessment was calculated; Tom reviewed cost sheet. Last year, they had storm damage to a deck and trees that was too expensive to repair. Entered an appraisal by Jeff White dated December 1, 20162019 Grievance Result: Physical condition to Fair (increase physical depreciation), take off double counted shed 1:20: Robert Clark, Parcel 002.018.000, 168 Best Rd.Nature of grievance: Land only parcel assessed too high; provided comps.2019 Result of Grievance reduced land grade1:40: Bailey & Joe Olmstead Jr, Parcel 007.258.000, 34 Barber LaneNature of grievance: Owners recently refinanced and presented an appraisal dated April 9, 2019. Restricted access to back land across steep ravine and brook. On the market in 2 years ago at $269,000, dropped to $250,000 after 6 months. Discussed living area over garage.2019 Results of Grievance: Adjusted site and residual land grades for access. Adjusted 2nd living area for quality, utility & condition.2:20: Jennifer CantorNature of grievance: No show for appointment. Later rescheduled for July 25th.2:40: Hartland Property LLC, Parcel 002.007.000, 122 Best Rd Nature of grievance: Todd Heyman presented an appraisal dated April 12, 2019 to support highest and best use as a lodging facility. Stated that he is required to offer agricultural activities to guests; cost approach is not appropriate here; appraisal is inconsistent with loans; etc. 2019 Result of grievance: Main dwelling: 20% physical depreciation for age/condition 12% functional for relative size/grade + 5% due to proximity to a micro-farm. (Functional depreciation reduced by one-half over 10%; 13% applied)10% economic depreciation on all living area buildings for special-purpose structuresCabins:2% physical depreciation for age/condition 5% functional for proximity to a micro-farm.10% economic depreciation on all living area buildings for special-purpose structuresAppealed to BCA 3:00: North Hartland Dry Kilns, Parcel 016.131.000, 6 Dry Kiln LnNature of grievance: Assessment too high; provided income and expense figures for commercial property. 2019 Results of Grievance: Applied additional depreciation to the buildings as economic due to the special purpose nature of the structures in the current location and economy. 3:40: Catherine & David Follensbee, Parcel 003.103.000, 13 Vireo ViewNature of grievance: Downstairs finished area is less than listed, home is a standard model log kit. Upstairs living area also less than listed. We did not get inside at inspection; owners verified 2 baths, heat on 2nd floor. Owners presented floor plans2019 Grievance Result: adj Heat/cooling 100% (per owners’ there is heat on 2nd fl); adj finished basem’t rec room to 336 sq ft (per owners)Also grieved: Parcel 003.039.000, 2 Whittlesey Lane. Land only parcel with right of ways shared by all on the road. No level spots, mostly steep. Was on the market for $59,500 for 2 years with no action. Presented compsResult of Grievance 2019: adjust land grade after site visit 4:00: Peter & Cindy Simoneau, Parcel 005.006.000, 70 Ferry Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessment too high; 1972 mobile home w/ additions. Arranged site visit for later in the day; Listers verified that mobile home is on block foundation2019 Result of Grievance: Changed cama data from 'single-family stick-built to mobile home construction.4:20: Susan Wilds, Parcel 014.136.000, 141 Webster Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessment too high; land is steep and ledge. Steep driveway often icy with remelt in winter. 2019 Grievance Results: adjusted land grades after site visitAppealed to BCAFriday, July 12, 2019Present at today’s hearings: Listers: Doug Linnell, Stacey Bradley, Craig SmithVermont Appraisal Company: Tom CainNamed appellant(s)9:00: Andrew McLaughlin Parcel 022.019.000, 226 Hartland Hill RdNature of grievance: House and building value OK, land value too high. Owner presented comps and 2015 appraisal.2019 Result of Grievance: deniedAppealed to BCA9:20: Sonja & James Coull, Parcel 013.126.000, 1 Whittelsey LaneNature of grievance: (by mail) Assessment too high; listed for $59,900 in 2016, no offers; 2018 lowered price to $47,900, no offers.2019 lowered to $39,900 with no offers.2019 Result of Grievance: reduced land grades after site visit.9:40: Britton Timberlands, LLC, Parcel 009.005.000, 128 Densmore Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Doug Britton questioned having Housesite/Homestead value on vacant land; restricted access to parcel because old road is now a legal trail. Just logged parcel per Current Use plan and had to appeal to Select Board for access. Provided comps and analysis.2019 Grievance Result: adjusted land grades for access10:20: PJ Skehan, Parcel 003.083.000, 5 Hampton Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessment too high; especially the house. Arranged for site visit on Tuesday, July 16.2019 Results of Grievance: Site visit-Interior inspection resulted in adjs/changes to bathrooms/fixtures also added gazebo not previously captured but there as of April 1,2019Appealed to BCA10:40: Lincoln Herschel, Parcel 013.124.000, 22 Damon Rd. Nature of grievance: Assessment too high; provided comps. Confirmed description is correct.2019 Grievance Result: adj quality grade; reduced land grade on SI Bldg Lot 10:40: Lincoln Herschel, Parcel 013.068.000, 6 Damon Rd. Nature of grievance: Assessment too high; garage needs repairs.2019 Result of Grievance: reduced garage rate & depreciation on outbuildings11:00: Happy Brook LLC, Parcel 022.002.000, 46 Gray RdNature of grievance: Assessment too high; Nancy Winter asked about land grading. Land is in conservation and has steep topography and ledge.2019 Grievance Results: Reduce land grade for topography and conservation covenantAppealed to BCA11:20: Tom Lyons, Parcel 020.008.000, 525 Quechee Rd.Nature of grievance: What is economic depreciation and why was it removed. Discussed condition of abutting property and impact to his. 2019 Grievance Result: Economic dep (10%) for neighborhood 1:00: Mike Willis, Parcel 008.093.000, 3 Town Farm Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessment too high; stone foundation; assessment has too much living area on 2nd floor. Provided 2018 assessment and photos.2019 Grievance Results: correct 2nd floor area, foundation is stone1:20: LYNJON LLC, Parcel 024.005.000, 67 Rt 4Nature of grievance: Assessment too high; has been on market for years; Jon Christensen presented real estate listing and Income and Expense figures.2019 Results of Grievance - Adjusted NBHD factor and grade to be in keeping with other, nearby property. Adjusted the structure to a 3unit building (store on first floor and two apartments upstairs). Applied Fnc’l for common heat and additional economic for proximity of the highway.1:40: David Griswald & Bonny Laporte, Parcel 007.087.000, 255 Rt 5Nature of grievance: Basement finished area smaller than assessment; patio size is 8 x 12; discussed fixtures and depreciation; all ceilings less than 7’ except top floor; 2nd floor area is 426 sq ft.2019 Grievance Results: corrected porch & rec room size, add'l 1% fnc'l for low ceilings, reduced land grade2:40: Pam White, Parcel 002.019.000, 6 Jenne Rd.Nature of grievance: Land value too high; owner provided 2008 appraisal and photos. Steep banks on property.Grievance 2019 Result: reduced land grades3:00: Martinsville Hydro, Parcel 004.054.000, 128 Route 5Nature of grievance: Assessment too high; town’s approach to hydro valuation is wrong. Presented comps and analysis.2019 Result of Grievance: reduced to $150,0003:40: John Madden, Parcel 016.079.000, 429 Rt 5Nature of grievance: no show to appointment, Rescheduled for 7/244:00: Ellen Sauer, Parcel 014.125.000, 6 Forty Acre Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessment too high; provided 2015 appraisal and photos. 7’6” walls, description should be ‘Cape”. Land value too high, culvert under road drains into front yard. Drinking water less than average for sediment & Sulphur smell.2019 Grievance Results: adjust land grade and quality4:20: Jean Boy, Parcel 007.110.000, 18 Mace Hill RdNature of grievance: Assessed value too high; recent sale and multiple condition issues with property. Barn roof leaks; barn floods from road runoff.2019 Result of Grievance: adjusted for no heat on 2nd floor, grade, depreciation, no bath on 2nd floor Appealed to BCA5:30: Eaton site inspection: Doug & CraigMonday, July 15, 2019Present at today’s hearings: Listers: Doug Linnell, Craig SmithVermont Appraisal Company: noneNamed appellant(s)8:45 Joan Keenan, Parcel 013.020.000, 143 Advent Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Informational meeting only9:00: Barbara Kessler, Parcel 012.054.000, 140 Cream Pot Rd.Nature of grievance: Discussed stick built vs. modular construction. Property has shared driveway right of way. Presented appraisal dated 4/4/18 for $285,000 with current values for 2 of the comps and 2 properties currently on the market.2019 Grievance Result: DeniedAppealed to BCA9:20: Ed Finley, Parcel 016.044.000, 147 Clay Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Pole barn w/ no foundation & dirt floor is listed as detached garage; 1 story garage is listed as 1.5 stories; 2 porches listed but 1 is only an egress landing and excessively valued.2019 Grievance Result: DGS 1S changed to Mat. Sheltr; DGS 1.5S changed to 1S9:40: Peter Small, Parcel 007.171.000, 94 Mt Hunger Rd.Nature of grievance: House is listed as stick built but is a mobile home with later additions.2019 Grievance Result: correction made to classify as MH10:20: David Strousse, Parcel 022.033.000, 41 Old Birch Rd.Nature of grievance: Restricted access to parcel: legal ROW but neighbor chains road. Bought 7 years ago for $120,000. Terrain is steep and mostly ledge; old sheep pasture that has grown up, not good lumber.2019 Grievance Result: Adj NBHD to 10 and grade to 0.810:40: Sunnymeade Farms LP, Parcel 008.104.000, 97 Town Farm Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Rodney McPhee, Esq. and Carol Renfrow represented the owner; and presented a permission letter to grieve. The listed land and outbuilding values are higher than fair market value and the comparable properties presented.2019 Grievance Result: reduced cond on 2nd and 3rd barns; reduced land grade on AC Other 11:00: Louise Harding, Parcel 013.112.000, 110 Advent HillNature of grievance: Vacant land parcel; owner grieves that there shouldn’t be a homestead or house site value. Owner apparently applying for tax abatement in addition to grievance.2019 Grievance Result: reduced land grade11:20: Richard Grzegorowicz, Parcel 020.052.000, 45 Ellison Rd.Nature of grievance: Owner stated that the heating system is actually 50% wood heat and 50% Space Heaters.2019 Grievance Result: adj heat to 50% space heat 50% none1:00: Avery Howe et al, Parcel 008.017.000, 139 Mace Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Debbie Shields and Tim Howe presented a sales chart from 1995 to 2012 from Upper Valley Land Trust. They estimated a value of $750/ acre would be fair.2019 Grievance Result: Denied1:20: Vernon Studer, Parcel 009.041.000, 205 Densmore Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Exposed beams on first floor reduce clearance height to 82” – 85”; standard kitchen cabinets don’t fit. No closets in 2 bedrooms, uneven floors, walls not plumb, 75” ceiling height upstairs, 67” – 75” ceiling height in basement. Abutters’ land values went down.2019 Grievance Results: Quality grade reduced, adjusted physical depreciation1:40: Elizabeth Day, Parcel 007.125.000, 15 Gilson Rd.Nature of grievance: Owner stated that value has decreased since she subdivided parcel. This parcel now has 2 dwellings and no outbuilding storage area. Highest and best use is a rental; owner provided estimated income and expense summary. Was on the market last fall with no response.2019 Results of Grievance: Adjusted physical depr. and applied functional for heat type. See notes under Section #2 for details on those changes. Sect 2 Notes: Applied funct. depr. for heat type (3%) and bsmt finish (4%).2:20: Debbie Ennis, Parcel 007.191.000, 32 Horton HillNature of grievance: Land value too high; discovered property had the wrong neighborhood code.2019 Grievance Results: Neighborhood code change2:40: Francis & Laurel Gilman Jr, Parcel 003.019.000, 99 Brownsville Rd.Nature of grievance: Very steep driveway to mobile home. Stairs from lower parking lot in poor condition, and water is disconnected. Owners provided a list of comps.2019 Grievance Results: Reduce land grade3:00: Catherine Monk, Parcel 004.016.000, 9 Perron Rd.Nature of grievance: Appraisal doesn’t take into account the proximity to I-91 and water runoff from the highway.2019 Grievance Results: Reduced site grade for proximity to I-91, reduced grade3:40: Craig Stedman, Parcel 008.003.000, 29 Beaver LaneNature of grievance: Property was appraised in Feb. 2019 for $215,000; two rooms are stripped and unfinished. Garage is too low for vehicles to fit inside. Land is steep ledge and includes ? of Beaver Lane right of way. Owner provided above appraisal. 2019 Result of Grievance: Denied3:50: Debra Sherwood, Parcel 014.132.000, 175 Clay Hill RdNature of grievance: Owner grieves recent decrease in value. Reviewed sketch and discovered missing finished area on second floor and garage. Reviewed cost sheet and discovered missing hearth.2019 Grievance Results: Adjusted depreciation and added 2nd floor area4:00: Robert & Kari Marsh, Parcel 018.006.000, 96 Mill St.Nature of grievance: Value too high; water runoff from I-91 creates washouts, covered bridges restrict truck access.2019 Grievance Results: Adjusted land grade, energy adjustment to Average4:20: Benjamin Sirois, Parcel 020024.000, 55 Ellison Rd.Nature of grievance: Low ceiling heights in house: 7’4”, basement ceiling 7’. Basement finished area is 745 sq ft. Roof shingles deteriorating, back deck and railing unsafe. Only 1 rough-in. Land is steep and wet down below. Owner provided land comps from neighborhood, pictures, completed Quality checksheet, and letter. Description should be Cape.2019 Grievance Results: adj quality grade (modular), fc'l for low ceilings, reduced rec room size Appealed to BCA4:20 David & Bernadette Rising, Parcel 009.055.000, 77 Densmore Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Land value is too high; comps and 2015 appraisal provided. Factual data incorrect: loft area, section 2 finished area. Average property increase of 0.3 to 0.8% per year matches 2015 appraisal. Decreased road maintenance over last 3 years will have resale effect.2019 Grievance Results: Section 1, corrected 2nd floor loft area; Section 2, first floor not GLA, 448 sf heated shop spaceAppealed to BCATuesday, July 16, 2019Present at today’s hearings: Listers: Doug Linnell, Craig SmithVermont Appraisal Company: Tom CainNamed appellant(s)9:00: Thomas Zonay, Parcel 023.004.000, 5 Morrill Rd.Nature of grievance: Listed depreciation is too low; Quality too high. Condition has deteriorated: rot around walk out basement exterior and kitchen windows. Land grade went up, but poor drainage and a mound system was required. Proximity to Routes 4 &12 intersection & new solar array. After Irene, they lost land area and the state’s efforts to shore up Rt 4 encroached on his land. Owner presented comps.2019 Grievance Results: Adjusted neighborhood, and "other" land grade9:20: Richard & Sky Reno, Parcel 007.048.000, Nature of grievance: Concerned about proposed neighborhood development; discussed lack of zoning in town and noise ordinances. Presented comps currently on the market, but did not grieve.2019 Grievance Results: Adjusted land grade and quality grade9:40: Third Branch Investment Co LLC, Parcel 024.011.000, 56 Rt 4Nature of grievance: Claudia Sherwin presented a wetlands map showing about 1/3 of parcel is in a wetland; can’t expand on lot. Land grade is too high. Buildings are old, poor layout. Local employer who supports community, and $200k jump is excessive. She also provided comps in WRJ area.2019 Results of Grievance: Land over the first two-acre site reduced due to the impact of the flood hazard area limiting future development. Buildings re-numbered according to sketch. Main structure is a retail lumber / hardware store. using a combination weighted value per sf of Low-Cost Class D Retail (MVS Section 13 Pg 23) and Class D Avg/Fair quality Warehouse Discount Store (MVS Section 13 Page 28) Mezzanine space added from Retail basement and mezzanine (MVS 13 Pg 30). Building has been maintained but considered 50% good due to outdated floor plan and typical wear for this structure compared to a new lumber supply buildings. All outbuildings also outdated by current standards with respect to the design and utility of new, drive-thru building materials facility. All canopies on the cold storage buildings (#'s 2, 3 & 4) considered 50% good for utility and condition and valued at $ 7.50 sf (MVS Section 17 Pg 17).10:20: Jill Crowley, Parcel 007.090.000, 261 Rt 5Nature of grievance: Trying to sell for 2 years, no hits. Assessed way above market value: Quality, Condition, Energy ratings too high, depreciation too low. Discussed porch area. Bought in 2014 for $180,000. Not fairly assessed compared to neighbors.2019 Grievance Results: Applied 5% economic for I-91 & RR10:40: Charles & Florence Lucot, Parcel 012.006.000, 186 Garvin Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessment is too low by about $60,000. Recent improvements not factored in. Provided completed Quality Check sheet. On the market since May.2019 Grievance Results: adjusted grade; storage to attached stable, Energy to Good11:00: Marie Hadlock, Parcel 008.026.000, 152 Rt 12Nature of grievance: Entire parcel is in flood zone, 2’ of water in the house during Irene; now has mold and mildew issues. Upstairs is unused: no heat or plumbing.2019 Grievance Results: applied add'l 10% economic for floodingAlso Parcel 008.023.000, 154 Rt 12Nature of grievance: Entire parcel is in flood zone, flooded during Irene. Building restrictions by covenant, plus not practical to build. Alder Brook bisects property.2019 Grievance Result: Denied11:20: Jay Ballard, 1:00: Linda Cooper, Parcel 007.203.000, 13 Merritt Rd.Nature of grievance: John Bassette grieved w/ permission. House recently sold for $365,000. Quality grade too high, comps provided. Tried to sell as commercial property, but no takers.2019 Grievance Results: Reduced house grade, inc fc'l for size to 6%, physical dep to 10%1:20: John Bassette, Jr., Parcel 007.126.000, 9 Gilson Farm LaneNature of grievance: John Bassette Sr. grieved w/ permission. Property has been on the market for over 2 years, comps presented. 25’ from I-95 property boundary, very noisy. Land value too high; back land is steep ravine with odd shape and no room to build. FMV estimate: $219,000 to $225,000. Best comp is 4 Gilson Farm Lane.2019 Grievance Results: 10% econ for proximity to interstate1:20 Emily Schanck, Parcel 021.104.000, 730 Rt 12Nature of grievance: John Bassette grieved w/ permission. Land is over assessed; portions in Flood Zone A. Currently under contract for $460,000. Provided comps for land.2019 Grievance Results: increase fixture count per owner; add central A/C; change neighborhood, add finished basement.1:40: John Bassette, Parcel 021.073.000, 611 Rt 12Nature of grievance: Second floor living area includes kneewall space; should be total of 2,308 sq ft. Provided correct building ages.2019 Grievance Results: adjusted 2nd floor sketch 2:20: Mitchell & Debbie Joslin, Parcel 007.129.000, 29 Garcia LaneNature of grievance: Land value too high, steep ledge, provided comps. Second floor living area too large, house has cathedral ceiling. Their garage is incorrectly listed on parcel 007.166.000. Made appointment for Tom to inspect on 7/18.2019 Result of Grievance: interior inspection, add OB-(527sf), change dwl-heat to HW, add cathedral ceiling, change GLA to1676 sf. The OB mentioned was mistakenly added to neighbor (007166), but is owned by (007129). Also adjusted land grade.Appealed to BCARoberto Garcia Jr., Parcel 007.166.000, 30 Garcia Ln.Nature of grievance: No grievance but removed Joslin’s garage from parcel.2019 Result of Grievance: neighbor informed Listers that a Det. Gar. (527 sf) belonged to (Joslin- 007129), Listers eliminated this value from Garcia and added same to Joslin.2:40: Katherine & David Call, Parcel 016.087.000, 17 Mill St.Nature of grievance: 2017 appraisal came in at $450,000. Old house was torn down. New house floors in poor condition. 9’ ceilings both floors.2019 Grievance Results: Add A/C, add 9' wall, grade reduced, fc'l for size to 17%3:00: Gauche Enterprises LLC, Parcel 004.084.000, 155 Rt 5Nature of grievance: Income /Expense more appropriate for this commercial property.2019 Results of Grievance - Adjusted buildings given further consideration to utility. Section-1 adjusted to a five (5) unit building with office space over the back of the store still included in gross building area & room count but not unit number. Applied functional for floor plan/utility (5%), common heat plant (3%).3:40: Doug Nolet, Parcel 004.143.000, 154 Rt 5Nature of grievance: House is gutted, no sewer2019 Result of Grievance, re-inspected property, corrected to 25% complete, down-graded site value, adjusted misc. items, take off sewer. Reinspect 2020.4:00: Linda Temple, Parcel 016.035.000, 514 Rt 5Nature of grievance: No finished area in basement; only 1 bathroom Result of Grievance 2019 removed 2nd bath and finished rec room basement area per owner4:20: Andrew Cook, Parcel 023.007.000, 10 Hartwood WayNature of grievance: No application, no show to appointment, later rescheduled to 7/164:20: David & Julie Abernethy, Parcel 003.031.000, 145 Rice Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; loft area too big2019 Grievance Results: corrected 2nd floor area, removed shed, changed land grade, remove playhouse and basement finishWednesday, July 17, 2019Present at today’s hearings: Listers: Doug Linnell, Stacey Bradley, Craig SmithVermont Appraisal Company: Tom CainNamed appellant(s)9:00: Rose Maxham, Parcels 013.030.000 & 013.030.001, 29 Hartland Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Owner presented a death certificate for her mother dated 1995; these parcels will be combined for tax purposes. Owner stated land value is too high. Reviewed her other properties, but she’s only grieving these two.2019 Grievance Results: reduce land grades; combined 013.030.001 with this parcel due to same ownership9:20: Karl Kemnitzer, Parcel 009.026.000, 58 Densmore Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; not connected to electrical grid, house is not complete. Provided comps and cost to cure analysis.2019 Grievance Results: increase physical dep, lower land grades, 10% economic for being off power grid.Appealed to BCA10:20: James Whelan, Parcel 014.064.000, 123 Shute Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; Lack of zoning is causing issues. Owner stated that the value is impacted by the neighborhood; provided photos and comps. Local realtor estimated FMV at $475,000. Outdated kitchen, unusual layout, no heat/AC on second floor. 2019 Grievance Results: adj. NBHD to 8; applied 10% econ on dwelling10:40: Alex Eastman, Parcel 009.057.000, 135 Cream Pot Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; provided comps of neighbors. Estimated FMV at $290,000. Owner was grieving June 3rd initial assessed value, not the amended June 26th value. Owner was satisfied with the amended assessment. Grievance Result: No action taken. 11:00: Norm Meunier, Parcel 014.053.000, 12 Sun Valley Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; provided Jan 2019 appraisal and comps.2019 Grievance Results: take off heat in garage, condition to avg (physical dep increase), 2% fc'l applied for bld size.11:20: Richard Barnum, Parcel 021.010.000, 14 Morrill Rd.Nature of grievance: Phone discussion, information only, no grievance.1:00: Frans Van de Ven, Parcel 013.036.000, 342 Town Farm Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; Restricted access: long narrow (20’) right of way to property. No subdivision allowed, overgrown pasture with no timber value. Steep rocky topography. Permitted septic is mound system.2019 Grievance Results: Adjust neighborhood to 1; adj grade land accordingly1:20: Michelle Van de Ven, Parcel 023.003.000, 2 Rt 4Nature of grievance: Frans Van de Ven grieving on behalf of owner. Assessed value too high; Purchased for $75,000, made $30,000 worth of renovations. Excessive road noise, snow from snowplows hit windows and porch. Made inspection appointment for July 18th.2019 Grievance Results: change neighborhood, 5% econ for proximity to road, adjust water quality. 1:40: Mike Rogers, Parcel 022.011.000, 9 Gray Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; no second floor in house. Will be 1 bedroom, 1 bath when completed. Owner provided comps and photos of interior. Land value high, owner estimates FMV at $30k/acre.2019 Grievance Results: Adjusted land grade, remove 2nd floor living areaAppealed to BCA2:20: Kenneth McGuire, Parcel 013.094.000Nature of grievance: (by letter) Assessed value too high; land is steep with wet areas. Asked about veteran’s benefit.2019 Grievance Result: adj phys deprec.2:40: Cheryl & Pamela Perry, Parcel 003.010.000, 13 Weed Rd.Nature of grievance: Septic permit allows only 3 bedrooms; new appraisal shows 4. Owner states there are only 3 bedrooms. Made this correction. Result of Grievance: no other action taken3:00: Thomas Wood, Parcel 020.018.000, 811 Rt 5Nature of grievance: (by letter) Assessed value too high; owner has no land in Hartford. Site visit on 7/16 verified difficulty of access.2019 Grievance Result:Comp in Hartford also on Hathaway Road, 115.48 ac listed for $295,000 (= $2,554 per ac), has been on market for 1 yr. as of 7/17/19Misc. adj applied equal to 25% of total land value to reflect value of comp.3:40: Larry Muldoon, Parcel 009.010.000, 16 Cream Pot Rd.Nature of grievance: John Wetmore represented owner. Assessment too low; land and quality grades should be higher. Provided interior photos and permission letter.Grievance Result: Increase land grade; decreased deprec.; increased quality4:00: Carmen Summarsell, Parcel 007.231.000, 14 & 16 Summarsell Dr.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; provided income and expense information. Local realtor estimated FMV at $ 500k to $525k.Results of Grievance - Adjusted the structure to apartment building with four (4) units. Functional for oversized apartments and common heat; reduced by half over 10%4:20: Linda Genovese, Parcel 004.028.000, 69 Rt. 5Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; does the latest appraisal include information from the June 13th inspection? House is very old with a dirt cellar, and the noise from Rt 5 and I-91 is detrimental.Result of Grievance: adjusted land grade for proximity to I-91 & Rt 5Thursday, July 18, 2019Present at today’s hearings: Listers: Doug Linnell, Stacey Bradley, Craig SmithVermont Appraisal Company: Clarissa Holmes & Tom CainNamed appellant(s)9:00: Wes & Nancy Johnson, Parcel 021.016.000, 19 Fork Brook Rd.Nature of grievance: 2018 photo and information incorrect; residence is at #24 and #19 is a garage with finished area above. Property description to be corrected to say house, not houses. Note to be placed in description saying previous description was wrong. No grievance on value.Grievance Result: Corrections of descriptions made; No action taken on value9:20: Steve Howard, Parcel 013.115.000, 211 Mace Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; Dwelling is a 1956 mobile home with additions. Carport was damaged last winter. Furnace is nonfunctional; wood heat only.2019 Grievance Results: Revalued as mobile home, with additions calculated separately under Site Improvements, furnace not working, heating with wood.Appealed to BCA9:40: Robert Ray, Parcel 012.061.000, 10 Old Birch Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; appraised 4 years ago at $275,000. Property has slab foundation and studio space has no water.2019 Grievance Result: increase econ. dep. to 15%; removed studio w/r-in10:20: Christine Files, Parcel 007.134.000, 138 Rt 12.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; actual living area less than assessment, residence has no central heat. I bath downstairs, no hot water downstairs.2019 Grievance Results: Adjust sketch per owner's information, change heat % to reflect unheated area, reduce grade10:40: Neil Davis, Parcel 013.092.000, 69 Advent Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: By mail. Owner objects to house site value because there is no dwelling but agrees with total valuation.2019 Grievance Result: Denied11:00: Ryan Clark & Maureen Garmon, Parcel 003.021.000Nature of grievance: Property includes partially finished conversion from ranch to 2 story house. 1 fixture bath; the only sink drains into bucket. No basement finished area. Owners live there most of the year but move in with others during winter. Land is mostly ledge w/ a stream and power line easement. 2019 Grievance Results: adj fixture count; 3% fc'l for no bath on 2nd floor; grade to 3, increase depreciation to reflect age of 1st floor; note that original grade was incorrect at 2.0.11:20: Jan Crow, Parcel 007.066.000, 37 Mace Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: second floor has less area, outbuilding overvalued.2019 Grievance Results (interior inspect)=adjusted 2nd floor SF, large garage re-catagorized as barn1:00: James Reich, Parcel 021.003.000, 80 Rt 4.Nature of grievance: (parcel has right of way access through contiguous Hartford property with housesite) Grieved by mail. Restricted access to parcel, old camp has no contributing value to property. Power company easement through parcel.2019 Grievance Results: change neighborhood and adjust land grade accordingly; take off camp1:20: David Warren, Parcel 012.035.000, 96 Cream Pot Rd.Nature of grievance: Owner emailed appraisal, not present at hearing. Land value came down, Living area and Quality grade increased.Grievance Result: Denied1:40: 20 Gray Road, LLC, Parcel 022.037.000, 20 Gray Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; Nathan Stearns presented a letter including comps and analysis of house site value. Discussed Current Use allocation vs. local assessment. Confirmed description of this new house is correct.Grievance Results: Reduced land grade.2:20: Marty Banak, Parcel 020.103.000, 390 Clay Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; Difficult driveway access, especially in winter. Drainage from both Clay Hill Rd and Quechee Rd. drain onto his property. Excessive noise from proximity to roads. Provided comps. Section 2 Vermod house is like a mobile home with a 12’ x 68’ footprintGrievance Results: reduced land grades and rate for finished area over garageAppealed to BCA2:40: Lisa & Brad Ruderman, Parcel 004.036.000, 28 Rt 5Nature of grievance: Owners provided November 2018 appraisal for $311,000. Incorrect MH site description. Owners stated that 2/3 of upstairs and 2 1/2 baths have no finished floors. Exterior siding needs repair, water heater and tank very old. Confirmed other details of description.2019 Grievance: adjusted quality grade and outbuildingAppealed to BCA3:00: Stephen & Joanna Buckley, Parcel 007.130.000, 13 Quechee Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; Owners provided comps. Confirmed living area and property description. No heat in garage, no heat pump. Grievance Result: adjusted garage heat3:40: Court Christoffers, Parcel 014.092.000, 6 Sun Valley Rd.Nature of grievance: No show, later rescheduled for 7/25.4:00: Dorothy Murphy, Parcel 007.008.001, 162 Merritt Rd.Nature of grievance: Weldon & Nancy Murphy grieved w/ permission by mail. Mobile home is old and has no foundation. Insurance won’t insure for more than $30,000. Opinion of FMV is $30,000.2019 Grievance Result: Adjust physical dep4:20: Morgan Hill Trust, Parcel 010.004.000, 1161 Celtic Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Tyler Reynolds grieved; will email permission from Pritam Singh. Assessed value too high; unique buildings were built as housing/teaching space close together with shared mechanicals; the two dwellings would only sell as a pair. Buildings are not good quality and have not aged well. Long driveway to maintain with right of way issues. Neighbors’ values have gone down while this property which is not as nice went up. Confirmed that there are 42 contiguous acres and house in Woodstock under the same ownership.Grievance Results: reduced land and quality gradesFriday, July 19, 2019Present at today’s hearings: Listers: Doug Linnell (until 3:40), Stacey Bradley, Craig SmithVermont Appraisal Company: Tom CainNamed appellant(s)9:00: Alison Cheroff & Michael Wilson, Parcel 003.062.000, 6 Vireo ViewNature of grievance: Assessed value too high; owner provided comps and Property Inspection Report dated May 2016. Will email appraisal.Grievance Result: 5% physical depreciation for mold, reduced land grade9:20: James & Elizabeth Mitchell, Parcel 016.165.000, 79 Clay Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Why did housesite value go up when total value went down? Discussed Current Use allocation and impact.Grievance Results: Reduce shop heat amt ($); adjust land grade; increase depreciation9:40: Julie Hill, Parcel 021.101.000, 3 Lord Rd.Nature of grievance: Detached garage has no heat; structure listed as attached garage is open car port.Grievance Result: adjusted outbuilding type & heat09:50: Mary Becker, Parcel 021.045.000, 9 Lord Rd.Nature of grievance: Dwelling is a mobile home with additions.2019 Grievance Results: Original Re-appr. value calculated as 'all' stick-built. Listers decided to change this valuation to separate the mobilehome (780sf) valuation from the stick-built additions (848sf). The resultant combined assessment is ($194000) 10:20: Laurier Fortier, Parcel 007.108.000, 95 Rt 12Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; discussed details and provided photo of building across Rt 5. Decided to set up immediate site inspection. 2019 Grievance Result: Interior inspection resulted in changes made for basement size (1338sf), no heat in garage, funct. dep. for quality / size (14%).10:40: Sharon Irwin & Chad Tribou, Parcel 008.025.000, 291 Rt 12Nature of grievance: house living area less than shown, no kitchen cabinets, difficult driveway. Section 2 (294 Rt 12) has been gutted, basement area incorrect. Provided comps and elevation certificate for flood zone.2019 Grievance Results: adjusted GLA, floor cover, section 2 basement11:00: Thomas & Karen Melendy, Parcel 002.042.000, 120 Best Rd.Nature of grievance: Shed values too high, proximity to Fat Sheep Farm traffic and noise. Provided local comps, will email others.2019 Grievance Results: Adjusted land grades, physical depreciation11:20: Nancy Theriault, Parcel 007.063.000, 68 Mace Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: No grievance listed on form, no show, no grievance.1:00: Charles Fenton, Parcel 014.078.000, 120 Brothers Rd.Nature of grievance: Outbuilding values too high, especially cloth covered hoop barn. Arranged for site inspection on Tuesday, 23rd.Result of Grievance: Inspected interior of dwelling, adjusted room count, finished flooring, finished trim, heat type, reduced 2-fabric bldg values.1:20: Garry Gove, Parcel 007.211.000, 5 Gilson Farm LaneNature of grievance: Very difficult access, especially in winter; dug well goes dry seasonally. Can’t finance because of well and no foundation; can’t get insurance.Grievance Result: adjusted land grade, removed foundation.Appealed to BCA1:40: Kyle Pearsons, Parcel 012.075.000, 24 Crystal PathNature of grievance: Karen Pearsons grieved w/ permission. Assessed value of land too high. Provided comps and analysis of land nearby. Had to pay for power line from Garvin Hill, has 2017 appraisal. Will email power cost and appraisal.Grievance Result: adjusted land grade2:20: Andrew Pearsons, Parcel 012.073.000, 26 Crystal PathNature of grievance: Karen Pearsons grieved w/ permission. Assessed value of land too high. Provided comps and analysis. Basement is 50% due to ledge, swampy land. Will email 2014 appraisal.Grievance Result: reduced land grade2:40: Brian & Laura Higginson, Parcel 002.003.000, 5 Jenne RdNature of grievance: Land value OK; house value too high. Presented comps and analysis of neighboring properties. 2019 Grievance Results: Adjust quality gradeAppealed to BCA3:40: Wayne Ingalls, Parcel 014.127.000, 102 Shute Rd.Nature of grievance: assessed value too highGrievance Result: adjusted NBHD and land grade4:00: Victor Hall, Parcel 007.152.000, 2 Edgewood LaneNature of grievance: house value too highGrievance Result: DeniedAppealed to BCA4:20: Susan Rounds, Parcel 009.034.000, 98 Jenne Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; town does not maintain road; mold in basement from leaking chimney; inexpert repairs to bathroom & deck; deferred maintenance in general. Site inspection scheduled.2019 Grievance Results: 5% functional depr for LTT repairs; adj NBHDMonday, July 22, 2019Present at today’s hearings: Listers: Doug Linnell, Craig SmithVermont Appraisal Company: Tom CainNamed appellant(s)9:00: Chet Pasho, Parcel 020.062.000, 2 Rutherford Rd.Nature of grievance: Garage measurement not accurate, valuation on 2 outbuildings too high. Outdoor shower is not built in. Grievance Results: Changed fixture count; change 324sf garage to shed; increase depreciation on 740 sf shed9:10 PK Group, LLC, Parcel 007.093.000, 12 Edgewood LaneNature of grievance: Chet Pasho asked to verify acreage after sale to Morrison; #8-10 McArthur Brook Rd has slab foundation, no frost wall; detached garage is a pole barn; McArthur Brook complex has 1 common heat plant for 5 buildings; Sections 7,8, & 9 identical, Section 7 description accurate.Grievance Results: Adjust Blds #8 & #9 to be identical to #7; change detach garage to pole barn; 3% functional for common heat plant9:20: Johnna Dana, Parcel 022.014.000, 186 Hartland Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Informational meeting only, no grievance.9:40: Leah Gartner, Parcel 007.059.000, 115 Merritt Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; owner provided appraisal dated 11/25/15. Main house has no heat on 2nd floor. Outbuilding is not a dwelling but has 2 fixture bathroom, space heat, 2nd floor utility sink.Grievance Results: Adjust for no heat on 2nd floor10:20: Benjamin Percy, Parcel 021.024.000, 53 Poor Farm Rd.Nature of grievance: # bedrooms incorrect, should be 3. 31’ dimension on sketch should be 30’, 13’ porch dimension should be 12’. Listers explained ANSI standards for measuring but owner wants to grieve.Grievance Result: DeniedAppealed to BCA10:40: Kyle Small, Parcel 013.135.000, 113 Advent Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: No form, no show to appointment, no grievance.11:00: Quechee Meadows, Parcel 024.006.000, 68 Rt 4Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; John McIntyre provided lease agreement to be considered as a commercial property.Results of Grievance: Adjusted neighborhood and site grades to be in keeping with nearby properties.11:10: John McIntyre, Parcel 024.002.000, 57 Rt 4Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; wants to keep long term tenantsGrievance 2019: Listers intended to change neighborhood from 20 to 10 but did not; adjusted as E&O 201911:20: Sean McIntyre, Parcel 007.161.000, 102 Rt 12Nature of grievance: No form, no show to appointment, no grievance.1:00: Green Mountain Power Corp., Parcel 021.001.000, 50 Rt 4Nature of grievance: Land parcel is overvalued. William Jakahowski presented comps and analysis showing power line right of ways. VT Fish & Wildlife designated most of property as a deer wintering area. Grievance Result: adj NBHD1:20: Gary Trachier, Parcel 009.016.000, 124 Densmore Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: House is poorly insulated, air infiltration. Plan to demolish before April 1, 2020.Grievance Results: Increased condition/physical depreciation1:40: Barbara & Wayne Burnham, Parcel 007.202.000, 62 Mace Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; deed says no water or sewer. Property is flooded from road runoff. When they bought in 1968, the road was 12” lower; used to drive up driveway, now driveway is below the road.Grievance Results: reduced land grade, extreme low grading for parcel shape, location, and restrictive covenants.2:00: Cordelia Merritt, Parcel 007.205.000, 8 Mt Hunger Rd.Nature of grievance: Owner came in with questions; house value too high. Parcel was found to be incorrectly described by the Listers as 2 abutting parcels. Correct ownership is 50% Cordelia Merritt, 50% Henry Merritt Trust. Discussed how combining the parcels will reduce overall values. 2019 Grievance Results: Combined parcel 007.080.000 (90.7 ac) with this parcel. 2019 E&O: No deed to support contiguous ownership of these 2 parcels. Parcel 007.080.000 was found to be in different ownership; reversed combination. This parcel now has 10.2 acres. Removed duplicate 560 sq ft garage.2:20: Amy & Nils Fredland, Parcel 022.016.000, 200 Hartland Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; owner and realtor Derek Constantino presented comps; recent sale was lower, pond is a liability not an asset, fireplace nonfunctional, land and outbuilding value too high.Grievance Results: Change in land grade, remove econ depAppealed to BCA 2:40: Bernard & Shirlie Kenyon, Parcel 019.003.059, 26 Cherry Tree Ln.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; 2007 mobile home without dishwasher. Owner presented estimate of value from Dale Snader of $50,000Grievance Result: adjusted depreciation3:00: Cynthia Landeryou, Parcel 009.043.000, 234 Densmore Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; both land and buildings. Owner provided comps and analysis.Grievance Result: changed NBHD3:40: Matt Dow, Parcel 007.196.000, 69 Mace Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; owner presented 2016 appraisal. Basement outside entrance through garage. Neighbor’s septic is on his land.Grievance Result: adjusted land grade, bsmt entrance4:00: Theodore Augustine, Parcel 022.018.000, 246 Garvin Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; property has 1.31 acres and housesite in Woodstock. 20 x 40’ garage is in poor condition. Town of Hartland has cut trees and thrown them over the banking on his land; Town also added culvert that drains Eshqua Bog so now his land stays wet and trees are dying.2019 Grievance Result: adjusted land grade, removed outbldg4:20: Jessica Bernard, Parcel 004.172.000, 3 Martinsville Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too low; recent improvements by owner include double pane windows, rebuilt deck and porch. Garage has space heater, house has a small (approximately 100 sq ft ) basement with outside entrance. Neighborhood has gone down since she bought property. Grievance Result: removed economic deprc; added outside bsmt entrance; adj % good on DGSTuesday, July 23, 2019Present at today’s hearings: Listers: Doug Linnell, Craig SmithVermont Appraisal Company: Tom CainNamed appellant(s)1:00: Robert Thompson, Jr, Parcel 022.043.000, 194 Hartland Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; Land is steep or ledge or wet; property has an unusual shape. Deferred maintenance of house, mostly original interior. Owner provided 2016 appraisal for $250k. Description should be 3 bedrooms.Grievance: 15% economic depreciation for lot shape and access1:20: Kate Eastman, Parcel 023.002.000, 5 Rt 4.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; land is situated in Taftsville on north side of river; main parcel is in Hartford. Steep bank between river and field. Owner provided perpetual easement through Upper Valley Land Trust. 2019 Results of Grievance: Adjusted neighborhood and land grade for limitations within the conservation easement - reserved sites are located on the Harford portion of this land.1:40: Mike Bedard, Parcel 016.137.000, 48 Evarts Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; discussed appraisal; made appointment for 7/25 site visit. Craig visited, basement living area adjusted.2019 Grievance Results: Correct finished bsmt size,call rec room; adjust heat split2:20: James & Debra Carter, Parcel 008.007.000, 99 Cobb Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; basement finished area is smaller than listed; owner provided analysis on building costs.2019 Grievance Results: Adjusted basement size and finish area per owner's information; add'l 5% fc'l for no bdrm on main floor2:40: Estate of Roger Crosby, Parcel 007.181.000, 98 Rt 12Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; Marylin Harris provided July 2018 appraisal with no value for any structure. Hole in roof; water damage; signs of wildlife; broken windows. Outbuildings in bad condition. Section 2 house foundation has some value. Property in flood zone. 2019 Grievance Results: increased phys. dep on Sect 1 & 2; removed 1st sewer and 2nd w/s3:00: Gordon & Pat Richardson, Parcel 012.019.000, 112 Hartland Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Value of pond too high, provided comps and analysis.Grievance Result: Adj pond to LTT3:20: Darrel Willey, Parcel 007.243.000, 61 Quechee Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; Can’t be subdivided by deed, mostly too wet to mow. Perks in 1 place but would require an extensive septic system to cure. Outbuildings value too high. Owner provided comps and analysis.Grievance Result: reduced land grade4:00: Judith Howland, Parcel 014.039.000, 272 Quechee Rd.Nature of grievance: Owner had questions about appraisal, discovered errors in # fixtures and porch area.2019 Grievance Results: Corrected fixture count, porch areas4:20: Beverlee Cook, Parcel 023.007.000, 10 Hartwood WayNature of grievance: Assessed value too high; property cannot be subdivided; no further development. Steep drive, about $2k /year maintenance costs. Property includes 3 B&B units (25% business use of dwelling) 2019 Grievance Results: Adj NBHD to 10; adj Woodstock acresWednesday, July 24, 2019Present at today’s hearings: Listers: Doug Linnell (9:00 only), Stacey Bradley, Craig SmithVermont Appraisal Company: Clarissa Holmes (AM) Tom Cain (PM)Named appellant(s)9:00: Tom & Mary Jo Ramsey, Parcel 014.082.000, 112 Webster Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; land is mostly steep ledge; provided photos. 2 bedroom septic. Second floor living area less than listed. Grievance Results: Resketch 2nd floor to indicate areas with no flooring/no heat; correct depreciation; reduce "other" land grade 9:20: Leisure Living Parks, Parcel 019.003.000, 28 Blake Dr.Nature of grievance: Application withdrawn, no show at appointment.9:40: Judy Williamson, Parcel 022.030.000, 218 Hartland Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Informational meeting, no grievance.10:20: David Cowdrey, Parcel 013.060.000, 553 Rt 12Nature of grievance: No application, no show, no grievance10:40: John Madden, Parcel 016.079.000, 429 Rt 5Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; house within 300’ of railroad tracks. Basement and fields flood every spring; well runs dry regularly; hauls water for animals. Barn in poor condition. Provided comps and photos.Grievance Result: reduced land grade; % good on animal barn; 10% econ for proximity to train 11:00: Fred Coley, Parcel 003.011.000, 142 Brownsville Rd.Nature of grievance: Value is $11,000 too high. No show to appointment.11:20: Heidi O’Connor, Parcel 020.081.000, 6 Briar Patch Rd.Nature of grievance: No application, show to appointment, but Listers noticed errors in assessment.Grievance Results: Remove extra w/s, add kitchenette1:00: Ronald Hosmer, Parcel 016.081.000, 269 Clay Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; 7/16/19 site visit to see interior.2019 Grievance Result: Added 5% Econ. Dep. for I-91 proximity. Re-inspected property for interior inspection; as result of inspec., reinstalled previous 85% complete.1:20: Jerome Clement, Parcel 019.003.028, 14 Family CircleNature of grievance: No application, no show, no grievance1:40: Bill Rice, Parcel 009.006.000, 99 Jenne Rd.Nature of grievance: No application, no show, but Listers reconsidering neighborhood code.Grievance Results: NBHD to 10; adjust land grade accordingly 2:00 Robert Rugg, Parcel 007.213.000, 76 Shute Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; Listers discovered that neighborhood code was incorrect.Grievance Results: Adj NBHD to 8; added 10% economic2:20: Veronica Delay, Parcel 023.010.000, 3 Rt 4Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; Land only parcel has difficult access, abuts river.Grievance Results: Adj NBHD to 102:40: Mary Grondin & Christopher Mayer, Parcel 021.089.000 78 Barron Hill RdNature of grievance: Assessed value too high; provided comps.Grievance Results: Reduce quality grade per owner information; land grade reduced; depreciation adjusted to Average3:00: Daniel & Bonnie Fernandes, Parcel 022.035.000 45 Old Birch RdNature of grievance: Assessed land value too high; states unable to access property, abutter blocking and no other legal ROW other than thrown up town rd.Grievance Results: Adj NBHD to 10 due to lack of access4:00: Randy Schaetzke, Parcel 020.068.000 11 Ocean View DrNature of grievance: Deck area incorrect, arranged for 7/26 site inspection. Grievance result: Conducted interior inspection. Changes made to GLA; added deck; adjusted patio; added heat for garage workshop. Fnc’l.Depr for excess porch (2%)4:00: Arthur Olmstead, Parcel 004.169.000, 18 Martinsville Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; much of land in flood plain; realtors won’t list or give estimate; owner stated would be content if could sell for $50,000. Grievance Result: reduced land grade4:20: Christopher Laundry, Parcel 008.010.000, 85 Cobb Hill RdNature of grievance: Assessed value too high; limited use; concrete slab, not foundation.Grievance Results: Changed foundation to slab; increased physical depr for conditionThursday, July 25, 2019Present at today’s hearings: Listers: Stacey Bradley, Craig SmithVermont Appraisal Company: Clarissa HolmesNamed appellant(s)9:00: Gordon Archer, Parcel 007.150.000, 236 Rt 5Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; water supply issues; noise from I91 and vibration from train; replaced septic; clarified which outblg belong on this parcel and which belong on parcel 007.264 also owned by Gordon ArcherGrievance Result: adjusted water, land grade, 10% econ dep for proximity to train & I-919:20: Robert & Robin Shute, Parcel 007.016.000, 62 Shute Rd.Nature of grievance: Assessed value too high; clarified ownership of multiple UMH on property; clarified age of main dwelling; determined that there are really 2 bldg lots (house sites)Grievance Result: removed one addl building lot9:40: Shelia & Paul Barbour, Parcel 007.067.000, 46 Mace Hill RdNature of grievance: Assessed value too high; toolshed is no longer there; vermiculite in attic; there is not a separate water and sewer for Sect 2, it is all one system.Grievance Results: Fc'l for vermiculite in attic, remove 2nd w/s (all one system), toolshed gone, increased physical dep on Sect 210:00: Susan McGrath, Parcel 007.085.000, 30 Mt. Hunger RdNature of grievance: Submitted 2017 Appraisal; by owners check of quality sheet, house should be under 4 for quality; it is a moderate house; recent real estate agent would list house for $500,00 expecting to get $450,000; lots of building in nbhd had decreased privacy and impacted views; need to correct # of bedrooms.Grievance Results: adj quality10:20: David Ford & Mary Ann Gillingham Ford, Parcel 012.002.000, 6625 Dunham Hill RdNature of grievance: Question as to why increase of 20% on total value? Discussed Reappraisal, land schedule, answered questions. Stated it is a class 4 road that is not plowed or maintained by the town. Informational only. Not grieving value after explanation.10:20: Elizabeth Sculley, Parcel 008.069.000, 40 Weed RdNature of grievance: Assessed value too high; GMP easement; outblds uninsurable (presented exclusion from ins. Co.); argues it is a camp, not house; steep land with expensive “cost to cure” access.2019 Grievance Results: Adjusted land grade and depreciation10:30: Michael & Kasey Baker, Parcel 007.216.000, 257 Route 5Nature of grievance: Questions; 128 sq. ft shed has very little value; verified correct number of fixtures listed. No grievance.10:40: Kristina WordenNature of grievance: Questions only; No grievance.11:00: Jennifer Cantor, Parcel 008.034.000, 10 Curtis RdNature of grievance: states deed makes this parcel tied thru land interest with Cobb Hill Cohousing; concerned that value went down since just purchased in 2016 for $292,000Grievance Results: 7-26-2019 re-inspected for interior inspection. Changes made to GLA size; quality grade to 3.25; phys.dep reduced to 25%; land grade increased to 1.3; entry is designated as EPoor due to lack of heat. Pond value eliminated, this belongs to Cobb Hill Coop.11:20: Jack & Nancy Hall, Parcel 007.078.000, 3 Lovers LaneNature of grievance: Questions: What does 10 NBHD mean?; change in cond? (increased from salvage to poor), change in quality?; energy adj change? Stated no improvement to dwelling made; some demo done, water and sewer removed summer 2018.Grievance Result: reduced fixtures, increased depreciation, removed W&S1:00: Christopher Wadsworth, Parcel 016.042.000, 7 Cardinal DrNature of grievance: Basement floods; no flooring on 2/3 of 2nd floor; no rec room; arranged site visit. Grievance result: interior inspection 7-26-2019. Changes made for Phys.Dep from 15 to 20, fin. flooring 70 / 30, garage size and heat / min. finish, rooms count, prev. bsmt finish / recroom eliminated, Fc'l=4% for bld size.1:20: Sylvia Heath, Parcel 008.082.000, 6 Mace Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: road drains into cellar since town raised the level of road.Grievance Result: reduced land grade, inc. deprAlso Parcel 007.160.000, 130 Rt 12Nature of grievance: value too high, house in poor condition; land divided by road.Grievance Result: adjusted condition & depreciation, land grade1:40: Michel Guite, Parcel 008.045.000, 57 Town Farm Hill RdNature of grievance: Assessed value too high; acreage discrepancy with cemetery and road adj made; house site value too high; shift of value from AC Other to SI Bldg Lot; abuts NBHD 82019 Result of grievance: deniedAppealed to BCA 2:20 Jay Ballard, Parcel 011.002.000, 271 Densmore Hill Rd.Nature of grievance: Lance Ballard grieved on behalf of Jay Ballard w/permission. Lance owns all the property in Woodstock, not Jay. No right of way to this parcel through Hartland, and Lance won’t grant one since Jay would just sell the property.2019 Grievance Results: Take off Woodstock acreage (different ownership); call all land "other", changed neighborhood, reduced grade due to lack of legal access 2:40: Steven& Virginia Kapner, Parcel 019.024.000, 181 Clay HillNature of grievance: Deferred maintenance has led to condition issues; no bath on 1st floor, all below level; value of land2019 Grievance Results: Correct fixtures, adjust depreciation to Average, additional 10% functional for no full baths above grade, reduce land grade3:00: Richard & Nancy Warner, Parcel 002.048.000, 290 Jenneville RdNo Show, No Grievance.3:40: Shawn & Julie Whitcomb, Parcel 007.119.003, 115 B Shute RdNature of grievance: UMH assessment too high; many repairs needed; new roof needed, currently leaks; furnace doesn’t work, no central heat, uses pellet stove heat only; plywood floor covering; 2 bedrooms; no basement, no basement entrance; shed in poor condGrievance Results: Add 10% econ for neighborhood, remove bsmt outside entrance, increase shed dep; reduce quality grade and dep for condition; 2 bdrms4:00: Cheryl Beaulieu, Parcel 007.214.000, 21 Jamies LnNature of grievance: Submitted by email prior to appt.: land value significantly higher than abutting neighbors; no water or sewer listed when there is w/sGrievance Results: 8.3 acres Other was listed with "no data other", giving it the same value as the 2 ac house site; corrected it to "Acreage Other"; added water and sewer.4:20: Cort Christoffers, Parcel 014.092.000, 6 Sun Valley RdNature of grievance: No heat on second floor; poor condition, some logs rotten; ceilings only 6’; front wall becoming concave; main weight bearing beam was cut in half causing floor to be “bouncy”; fewer fixtures than listed; submitted pictures.2019 Grievance Results: adjusted fixtures, no heat on 2nd floor, increased physical depreciation for condition, baths to 2, lowered grade.Appealed to BCAGrievance Hearings officially closed at 4:55 p.m. July 25, 2019End of 2019 Grievance Hearings ................
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