Douglas County FAQs
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I have had fire or storm damage to my house. Should I contact the assessor's office?
Yes, however depending on the extent of the damage and when it is repaired, you may or may not see a value/tax change. (Remember, the assessment is based "as of January 2" of each year.)
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How do I find my parcel?
go to www.douglascountymn.gov and click on Parcel Info Lookup.
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How can I change my mailing address in the property tax records?
Please use the Taxpayer Address Change Request Form listed HERE. You can submit this information to Douglas County by using the Submit by E-mail button on the form or you can print the document and mail it to the Auditor-Treasurer's Office at 821 Cedar St, Alexandria MN 56308.
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How do I get a copy of my property tax statement or assessment/value notice?
Go to www.douglascountymn.gov and click on Parcel Info Lookup or call the Auditor/Treasurer's Office for a copy of your tax statement (320-762-3077) or call the Assessor's Office for a copy of your value notice (320-762-3884).
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Who owns a property?
Douglas County does not verify ownership of properties. We will verify who we have as the most current taxpayer.
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What hours are you open?
Regular office hours at the courthouse are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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Will my Estimated Market Value go up if I repair my property?
Good maintenance will help retain the market value of your property. Generally, your Estimated Market Value will not be increased for individual minor repairs such as those that follow. However, a combination of several of these items could result in an increase in your Estimated Market Value.
- Repairing a roof
- Repairing porches or steps
- Repairing original siding
- Painting/decorating
- Replacing plumbing or electrical fixtures
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Why has my value gone up?
Property values are based on the typical sales prices which fluctuate with general market conditions such as the general economy, property locations, supply and demand, demographic changes, and changes in tax laws. Per Minnesota state laws, as property values change in the market place, those changes must be reflected in the assessor's Estimated Market Values.
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Why does the Assessor's Office exist?
In Minnesota, property taxes provide most of the funding for local government services. Each property's share of the property tax burden is determined according to its VALUE and USE. The Assessor's Office collects, tabulates and updates property data annually for further county calculations. The dollar amount required to cover operating expenses of local governments is levied by each township, city, school district or county to pay for services required by local citizens. This translates into an annual property tax bill due and payable for each individual property.
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Who qualifies for Homestead?
To qualify for the homestead classification, you must:
- occupy the property as your primary residence
- be one of the owners of the property or a relative
- be a Minnesota resident - items that must reflect the address of the homestead are voter registration, driver's licenses, income tax forms, and vehicle registration.
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