Mecklenburg County residents who own lower-priced homes near uptown are expected to see some of the biggest increases in their property tax bills. That’s because their home values rose the most steeply in the four years since the last revaluation. But there are a few programs aimed at easing some of the burden and helping people stay in their homes.
Quail Hollow Club saw its tax assessment fall from $13.5 million in 2019 to just under $10 million this year. A consultant for Mecklenburg assessor Ken Joyner rated the club a "4" on a scale of 1-6, with six being the nicest.
Mecklenburg County’s latest property revaluations came with an interesting twist. As the tax values of homes rose, some of Charlotte’s most prestigious properties saw their values fall. WFAE’s Tommy Tomlinson, in his "On My Mind commentary," sees an opportunity.
Mecklenburg Commissioner Laura Meier has asked assessor Ken Joyner to explain how several Charlotte golf clubs received lower tax assessments this year compared to 2019.