Fill Out Your Form 130, Taxpayer's Notice to Initiate an Appeal, in Seconds with AI
Stop manually typing your property details, assessment information, and appeal reasons every time you contest a tax assessment. Upload the Form 130 PDF, answer a few plain‑English questions, and Simplicity AI fills every field accurately. Review, sign, and export a clean appeal form ready to send.
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Form INFORMATIONS
Assessment Year Under Appeal
Enter the calendar year for which you are challenging the assessed value of your property; for example, if you're appealing the 2025 assessment, enter "2025." This helps the assessor know which tax year the appeal concerns.
Section I – Property and Petitioner Information
Provide the county and township where the property is located, the parcel or key number assigned by the assessor, the property's street address or legal description, and your full name and mailing address as the taxpayer. Include a contact telephone number so the assessor can reach you about your appeal. These details identify the specific property and the person filing the appeal.
Section II – Reason for Appeal
Explain why you are appealing the property assessment. Enter the current assessed value reported by the assessor and the value you believe is correct. Provide factual reasons supporting your requested value, such as comparable property values, errors in the assessment data, or evidence of market conditions. This narrative forms the core basis of your appeal.
Section III – Error Correction (if applicable)
If your appeal relates to a specific clerical, mathematical, or factual error in the assessment record (such as incorrect square footage, a building that doesn't exist, or a mistake in classification), complete this section to describe the specific error. Indiana law allows certain error-correction appeals to be filed within three years if they meet the statutory criteria.
Signature of Petitioner
Sign and date your appeal at the end of the form. This certifies that the information you provided is true and correct and that you understand your appeal may result in the assessed value increasing, decreasing, or staying the same.
Number of Pages Attached and Supporting Documents
Many versions of Form 130 allow or require you to list how many additional pages or attachments you are submitting. Attachments can include evidence such as appraisal reports, comparable sales data, photographs, or other documentation that supports your reason for challenging the assessment.
WHAT IS FORM 130?
What Is Form 130 and Who Needs to Fill It Out?
Form 130, officially called Taxpayer's Notice to Initiate an Appeal, is the form used by Indiana taxpayers to challenge the assessed valuation of their real or personal property with the local township or county assessor. Filing Form 130 begins the appeal process and alerts the assessor that you believe the assessed value assigned by the assessor's office is incorrect, either because the value is too high or due to factual errors in the property record.
You may need to complete Form 130 if: you believe your property's current assessed value is higher than fair market value; you've found factual errors in the property record, like incorrect property dimensions or classification; or you believe deductions, credits, or exemptions were improperly applied or omitted. After filing Form 130 with the assessor's office within the required timeframe, typically within 45 days after mailing of the assessment notice, an informal review or conference occurs, and the assessor will recommend whether to grant or deny the appeal. If denied locally, the appeal may proceed to the county Property Tax Assessment Board of Appeals (PTABOA) and, if denied there, to the Indiana Board of Tax Review.
Many taxpayers struggle with Form 130 because it requires detailed property identifiers, a clear explanation of the grounds for appeal, and supporting evidence that meets statutory criteria. That's where Simplicity AI comes in. Simplicity AI guides you section by section with plain-English prompts, auto-fills your property and contact details, organizes evidence descriptions, and generates a complete Form 130 that meets filing requirements, saving time and reducing common errors.
How to Fill Out Your Form 130 Online in 6 Simple Steps
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Upload your Form 130 PDF to Simplicity AI. The AI scans the form and converts it into a guided, interactive questionnaire.
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Enter the assessment year and your property's basic details exactly as they appear on the land assessment notice or tax bill.
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Provide your contact and mailing information, parcel or key number, and any relevant township or county references.
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Describe the reasons for your appeal by entering the current assessed value, the value you believe is correct, and the facts or evidence that support your request.
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Review every field for accuracy, attach supporting evidence in the recommended formats, sign and date the form electronically in your browser.
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Download your completed Form 130 as a clean PDF ready to send to your local assessing official before the deadline specified on your assessment notice (usually within 45 days).
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FAQs
Form 130: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the deadline to file Form 130?
You must typically file Form 130 within 45 days after the mailing date of your assessment notice or by June 15 of the tax year if no notice was mailed.
What information do I need in Section I?
Section I requires details like your property's parcel/key number, your name and mailing address, county and township, property address or legal description, and contact phone number.
What should I include in the "Reason for Appeal"?
In Section II, you describe the current assessed value, the value you believe is correct, and facts or evidence supporting your requested change, like comparable assessments, appraisals, or factual corrections.
What happens after I file Form 130?
The local assessor reviews your notice and typically holds an informal review; if unresolved, it proceeds to the Property Tax Assessment Board of Appeals (PTABOA) for further review.
Can I attach evidence to Form 130?
Yes. Attach supporting documentation such as comparable sales data, appraisal reports, or evidence of factual errors to strengthen your appeal.
Common Form 130 Mistakes That Trigger Problems (and How AI Prevents Them)
Missing the Filing Deadline
Failing to submit Form 130 within the required timeframe (usually within 45 days of receiving your assessment notice) can result in your appeal not being accepted. Simplicity AI reminds you of the deadline based on your assessment notice date.
Incomplete Property or Petitioner Information
Omitting required information, such as the parcel/key number, address, or contact details, can delay processing or result in rejection. Simplicity AI verifies that all fields in Section I are complete and accurate.
Incorrect or Vague Reason for Appeal
Providing unclear reasons or insufficient evidence for your requested valuation change weakens your appeal. Simplicity AI guides you to clearly enter current and desired values and describe supporting facts.
Forgetting to Sign and Date the Form
An unsigned or undated Form 130 may be considered incomplete and invalid. AI ensures you complete the signature and date before exporting your PDF.
Misclassifying the Type of Appeal
Failing to correctly indicate whether your appeal is a current value appeal or an error correction appeal can confuse the assessor. Simplicity AI helps you select and complete the correct section based on your situation.
Using an Outdated Version of Form 130
Submitting an old or incorrect form version may delay or invalidate your appeal. Simplicity AI always uses the latest official Form 130 template.
Missing Supporting Evidence Attachments
Not attaching relevant documentation, such as sales comparisons or appraisal reports, can weaken your case. AI helps you attach and label evidence properly within your completed PDF.
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