| The property tax is imposed on the
assessed value of the property. Taxable property is divided into two
types of tangible property:
Real Property includes land,
improvements attached to the land, and all rights inherent in
ownership. Real property is valued in compliance with state law
using accepted mass appraisal principles.
Personal Property includes
any property that is not real property, that is, not permanently
affixed to or a part of real estate. Machinery, equipment,
furniture, fixtures and supplies associated with commercial,
industrial or agricultural enterprises are assessed and taxed as
personal property. Business inventories, household goods and
personal effects are exempt from the property tax.
(Real and personal property are
taxed at the same rate.)
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