The Cook County Assessor’s Office participated in a record-breaking 218 events for homeowners in 2024, helping taxpayers across Cook County file appeals, apply for exemptions, and learn more about the property tax system. Assessor staff also participated in a record 62 Spanish-language events. In addition to in-person events, the Assessor’s Office live-streams virtual workshops in English and Spanish for every township that is reassessed. These remain available through our Facebook and YouTube pages. An event is scheduled for Friday, December 13, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Senior resource fair; 2701 N. Sheffield Ave., Chicago, IL 60614 This map shows the distribution of 2024 residential outreach events across Cook County. For those unable to make it to an in-person or virtual event, information is also available through the Assessor’s Office website. Most appeal filings are closed for 2024, but residents of South Chicago Township have until Thursday, December 12 to appeal their assessments. For more information, see the assessment calendar and online appeal application. Applications for exemptions, which lower property tax bills for homeowners, will re-open in early 2025. For a list of available exemptions, see the exemptions page. Anyone interested in hosting an event with the Assessor’s Office should complete this request form.