Is a Preliminary Change of Ownership Report or Change of Ownership Statement a public document?
No. Any change in ownership statement supplied to the county assessor about any property transfer is confidential and is not available for public inspection. • What kinds of documents will the county assessor request to determine if an exclusion to a change of ownership applies? The county assessor may request and examine deeds, trust agreements, property agreements, affidavits, income tax returns, marriage certificates, or other relevant documentation that might exist. If supporting documentation is not provided, the exclusion may not be granted.
