Applications for abatement must be received by the Board of Assessors within 3 years after the excise was due, or 1 year after the excise is paid, whichever is later. To preserve your right to appeal, you must file on time.
When you file for an abatement, our office requires you to also file a “Boat status change form” for the Commonwealth and we also keep a copy on file in the office for our records.