# Chennai property tax reassessment draws flak over sharp hikes

2026-08-13T00:05:35+00:00 | Governance | Indian Opinion Desk

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The Greater Chennai Corporation's (GCC) property tax reassessment drive has sparked backlash for steep increases and lack of transparency. Residents report rises of 100% to 500%, with one case jumping from Rs 295 to Rs 3,255, according to the Federation of North Chennai Residents’ Welfare Associations. The GCC says it targets under-assessed or wrongly-assessed properties using GIS and satellite imagery, not a general rate hike. Commissioner G.S. Sameeran clarified that owners can appeal revised notices within 15 days, with decisions within 30 days. But councillors and residents say the Council was not informed, no portal exists to register objections, and notices lack explanations of rates per square foot or assessment basis. The Standing Committee on Taxation and Finance plans to demand greater transparency at its August 23-24 meeting.

## Coverage

- thehindu.com <https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/tamil-nadu/corporations-property-tax-reassessment-drive-draws-flak-for-lack-of-transparency/article71337856.ece>
- deccanchronicle.com <https://www.deccanchronicle.com/southern-states/tamil-nadu/tn-gcc-eyes-under-assessed-wrongly-assessed-properties-for-tax-revision-1978777>

Tags: Chennai Corporation, GCC, property tax, reassessment, residents' backlash, transparency
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