Valuer-General to Consider Late Objections for Landowners in Disaster-Affected Areas

Charters Towers Regional Council wishes to inform residents that the Valuer-General, Laura Dietrich, has confirmed she will consider late objections to land valuations from landowners in areas impacted by recent natural disasters, where permanent land damage has occurred.

Last week discussions were held with the Valuer-General regarding the recent land valuation notices issued to 14 Queensland councils, including Charters Towers.

Mayor Liz Schmidt noted that the Charters Towers local government area has suffered significant impacts from recent weather events, despite this however, some properties have received valuation increases of over 200%, with some being revalued for the first time since 2021.

“In response to these concerns, the Valuer-General has advised that late objections will be considered up until 26 March 2026 for landowners who can demonstrate permanent damage to their land caused by flooding or severe weather”, said Mayor Schmidt.

“Supporting evidence such as photographs, maps or diagrams will be required.

“Landowners who believe their land valuations are incorrect but did not sustain permanent weather-related damage may still lodge an objection within 60 days of receiving their valuation notice.

Further information, including a fact sheet on adverse weather valuation impacts, is available at www.qld.gov.au/landvaluation or by contacting the State Valuation Services call centre on 1300 664 217.

Council encourages all affected landowners to review their valuations carefully and take appropriate action if needed.

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