New tax assessments have some homeowners seeing significant increases
NHC tax evaluations cause alarm for many homeowners By Michael Praats | March 5, 2021 at 1:29 PM EST - Updated March 5 at 7:21 PM
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Every four years, New Hanover County does what is called a tax revaluation, and this year, for many across the county, values have gone up.
A revaluation means the county takes a look at property values and assures property owners are being taxed correctly, based on the value of their land and home.
“The importance of conducting a reappraisal is to establish equity and fairness among property types various property types can increase or decrease in value at varying rates causing the shift in the tax burden,” Tax Administrator Alison Snell said.
Carolina Beach holding ribbon cutting for Joseph Ryder Lewis Jr. Civil War Park
New park coming to Carolina Beach By WECT Staff | February 9, 2021 at 6:04 AM EST - Updated February 9 at 7:45 AM
CAROLINA BEACH, N.C. (WECT) - Itâs been in the making for several years and now, Carolina Beach is ready to open a brand new park. The Joseph Ryder Lewis Jr. Civil War Park is located around the remnants of fortifications of the âSugar Loaf Line of Defenseâ and will feature a raised walkway, picnic areas, and other amenities.
The park has been in the works for several years and was a group effort between the town, and several partners.