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1. How do I consolidate multiple lots?

To consolidate lots you may own there are a few requirements:

1. The lots to be consolidated need to be abutting each other.
2. The ownership for the parcels must be in the exact same name. For example, you cannot consolidate a parcel that is owned by a trust and one that is in your personal name.

If you have met these two requirements, you can print out the lot consolidation form. The form needs to have the applicant's signature notarized and both the Planning Director and Chief Assessor will also need to sign the document before it can be sent to the Registry. A check will need to be provided at the time of submission for the recording fee. The check should be made out to Rockingham County Registry of Deeds for $20.63 and add $4 for any additional pages needed.

2. What is Salem's tax rate and ratio?

Tax Rate

The tax rate for 2023 is $16.96 per thousand of your assessment.

The tax rate is set in October by the DRA. Below is a breakdown of what the $16.96 tax rate goes to:

• State Education: $1.51
• County: $0.73
• Local Education: $9.24
• Municipal: $5.48

Assessment Ratio

The assessment ratio for 2022 is 83.7%. This means we are assessing properties at 83.7% of market value as of April 1, 2022.

Your 2023 actual tax bill may differ from this estimate. Other factors that may impact your actual/final 2023 property tax bill include, but are not limited to the following:

• Changes in appropriations (the budget) from last year to this year
• Changes in other revenues received from all sources by the Town between last year and this year (car registrations, building permit fees, license fees, school aid etc.)
• Changes in the total dollar amount of personal exemptions and tax credits granted between last year and this year
• Calculation of the actual, final total tax base value reported to the NH Department of Revenue in November

3. What is the abatement process and its deadlines?

You must file in writing with the Assessor's Office by March 1st following the fall tax bill. Forms are available in the Assessor's Office or can be downloaded via the Board of Tax and Land Appeals website.

4. How can I find out where my lot lines are?

The tax maps that the town provides only show the shape of your lot. It does not accurately show definitive areas as to where it starts and begins. If your property has ever been surveyed in the past the Building Department should have a copy in their files. If they do not have one then you will need to hire a surveyor to find out your correct lot lines.

The Building Department can be reached at 603-890-2020.

5. What is the taxation process?

See the Taxation Process page to learn about the Town's taxation process.

6. How do I change the address my tax bill is going to?

If you need to change the mailing address for your tax bill there are several different ways to get this accomplished:

• Come down to the Assessing Department and fill out a Change of Address form, in person. The Assessing Department is located at:
  33 Geremonty Drive
  Salem, NH 03079
• Send in writing a request to change the mailing address for your tax bill with the new and old addresses listed along with an owner's signature.
• Download and fill out this Change of Address form (PDF), print it out, sign it and send it to us or drop it off in the drop box that is located in front of Town Hall facing Geremonty Drive. Town Hall is located at:
  33 Geremonty Drive
  Salem, NH 03079

7. How can I get a copy of a deed?

There are several ways to get a copy of a deed. You can:

• Go to the Registry of Deeds located at:
  10 Route 125
  Brentwood, NH 03833
• Go to the Registry of Deeds website. The price they charge is $1 a page.
• Come into our office for a copy. The price we charge is $2 a page. Our office is located at:
  33 Geremonty Drive
  Salem, NH 03079