Email Assessor
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phone: 303.660.7448 | fax: 303.484.3465 email: assessors@douglas.co.us |
Introduction
In addition to real property valuations, the assessor is required by Colorado State Statutes to value all business personal property for taxation purposes. Business personal property includes machinery, equipment and leasehold improvements specific to business purposes. All personal property is taxable in Colorado unless specifically exempt by the Colorado Constitution.
The owner of taxable personal property as of Jan. 1 must file a declaration schedule if the total actual value (market value) of all the personal property is greater than $5,500 per county. All equipment not exempt by law must be listed on the schedule. Assets that are exempt include software and stand alone equipment with an initial cost under $250.
Are you:
| An Existing Business? | A New Business? | A Leasing Company? |
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A Business Personal Property Declaration is mailed no later than the first week of February each year. You may also access your most recently filed asset list online. Online filing is encouraged. MORE» |
Welcome to Douglas County! A personal property declaration must be filled out each year by April 15th if the total depreciated actual value of all business assets owned within the county exceeds $5,500. MORE» |
Accurate reporting of leased equipment is crucial for the valuation process. If the asset is no longer owned, or has been moved out of the county, that information must be documented when filing. MORE» |
Related Information
Property Valuation and Taxation for Business and Industry (UPDATED FOR 2012) »
Link to brochure produced by Colorado Division of Property Taxation providing information on the property tax system for business personal property.Online Business Personal Property Declaration Filing »
File a declaration or view your asset listing. Before you file online, you may want to review the frequently asked questions about the process.Factors and Lives from the State of Colorado website (UPDATED FOR 2012) »
View the tables published by the State.Personal Property Tax Refund »
Information on the Colorado Personal Property Tax Refund program.Additional Resources
Commercial Personal Property Declaration Schedule [108KB]
Personal property includes machinery, equipment and other articles related to the business of a commercial or industrial operation. Taxpayers owning more than $5,500 in actual value of personal property per business location are required to complete and return the Personal Property Declaration Schedule to the Assessor no later than April 15 of each year. Use this form for non-leased equipment.
Commercial Personal Property Lessor Declaration Schedule [99KB]
Personal property includes machinery, equipment and other articles related to the business of a commercial or industrial operation. Taxpayers owning more than $5,500 in actual value of personal property per business location are required to complete and return the Personal Property Declaration Schedule to the Assessor no later than April 15 of each year. Use this form for leased equipment.
Filing a Personal Property Appeal [8KB]
Brochure detailing procedures for filing a personal property appeal.