PTABOA Hearing 9:00

The Kosciusko County PTABOA administrative property-tax assessment appeal hearing was held October 26, 2026, concerning Charles and Crystal Trout’s property at 9728 South 600 East. The owners challenged the assessment, citing the home’s age and condition, a 1,500-square-foot addition (with part of the old structure removed), and an appraisal they said valued the property at approximately $264,000. They also presented comparable-sale information and questioned the appraisal’s adjustments. The county representative argued that the addition and other property features supported a higher value and recommended an assessed value of $332,500; the owners said they considered that amount too high and did not accept it.

No board vote or final decision was announced in the transcript. The board said it would mail a Form 115 with its decision and advised the owners of their right to appeal using Form 131. No procurement, contracting, or purchasing activity was identified.