Assessment Procedures Manual (Available in hardcopy only)
The Assessment Procedures Manual contains information on various administrative, assessment and property appraisal procedures. The manual is intended to be a reference document for subject matter that is not appropriate for other assessment manuals. Examples of some of the topics in this manual include: the property valuation appeal and error correction processes; discussions of the three generally accepted approaches to value; valuation methods mandated by statute; property tax exemption guidelines; discussions regarding "full cash" and "limited" property values; procedures for valuing damaged or destroyed improvements, and many others.
Construction Cost Manual (Available on CD only)
The Construction Cost Manual contains the information necessary to identify, classify and list various components of buildings and structures using the Department of Revenue's construction cost system. A newly developed square foot cost system training manual has recently been added, as well. The Construction Cost Manual is the basis for valuing commercial, industrial, agricultural, residential and many other types of property improvements by the cost approach.
To order: Contact Arizona Department of Revenue at (602) 716-6816 between 8:00 AM & 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday for pricing and ordering information, or submit an e-mail message to
RNesselrode@azdor.gov