Assessor
The County Assessor is a constitutional officer elected to a four-year term, responsible for determining the fair market value of all real and personal property within Custer County for taxation purposes. The Assessor's Office maintains property records dating back to 1877 and administers property tax exemptions for qualified residents.
Services & Responsibilities
Discover, Locate and Assess all taxable property in the county. The Assessor collects data on all Property including exempt property. This data includes a description of the improvements, land size, assessed value, legal description, ownership, property address and owner address. The Assessors maps provides a general description of the site shape and size. The Assessor can not and does not levy taxes. The levying of taxes is done by a constituted taxing authority within each taxing district. Courteous answers and helpful assistance will always be provided by the Assessor and his staff.
Valuation & Services
Property Assessments
Determining fair market value for all real and personal property in Custer County. Property is assessed at the appropriate percentage of actual value as required by Colorado law.
Records & Documents
Property Records
Maintaining comprehensive property records dating back to 1877, including ownership information, legal descriptions, and valuation history. Records are available for public inspection.
Tax Relief
Tax Exemptions
Administering property tax exemptions for qualified senior citizens and disabled veterans. Applications must be filed annually by the deadline to receive exemptions.
Account Updates
Address Changes
Processing address change requests for property tax notices. Property owners can submit address changes to ensure tax notices are sent to the correct mailing address.
Records & Documents
Property Searches
Providing property information searches and certificates. Property records can be accessed online or by contacting the office directly for assistance.
Appeals & Reviews
Appeals Process
Assisting property owners with questions about assessments and the appeals process. Property owners have the right to protest their valuation through the Board of Equalization.
County parcel maps are available in our office for reviewing. We strive to serve the people of Custer County with outstanding customer service. The information contained herein will be regularly maintained for your benefit. Your comments and suggestions are encouraged as we will continue to enhance this website's features. Please feel free to come by or contact me if I can ever be of assistance.
Address Change Form
Office Hours
Monday — Thursday
8:00 AM — 5:00 PM
Closed: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and County Holidays
Mailing Address:
PO Box 518
Westcliffe, CO 81252
Location:
Custer County Courthouse
205 S 6th Street
Westcliffe, CO 81252
Online Resources
Access property records and serch the county database online.
Important Forms
Download forms and applications related to property assessment and exemptions.
Important Dates
On or before March 1st:
Natural Resources declarations must be returned to the Assessor's Office
On or before April 15th:
Personal Property and Oil & Gas declarations must be returned to the Assessor's Office
May 1st:
Notice of Valuation (NOV) Real Property are mailed to taxpayers
May 1st through June 8th:
Taxpayers may question Real Property Valuations to the Assessor
June 1st:
NOV's for Personal Property, Oil & Gas, and Natural Resources are mailed to taxpayers
June 15th through July 5th:
Taxpayers may question Personal Property, Oil & Gas, and Natural Resources Valuations to the Assessor
On or before July 15th:
Taxpayers appeal to the County Board of Equalization the Assessor's value on Real Property
On or before July 15th:
Senior Citizen Exemption applications must be submitted to the Assessor
On or before July 20th:
Taxpayers appeal to the County Board of Equalization the Assessor's value on Personal Property, Oil & Gas, and Natural Resources