Farm Status BC
Many people think that applying for Farm Classification is a simple and straightforward process. Unfortunately, this isn’t always the case. To be approved for Farm Classification on your property assessment, you must meet certain requirements set out in the Farm Regulation. Just because you have a farm or have invested money into it doesn’t necessarily mean that BC Assessment will approve your farm status automatically. The facts are, unless your farmland and farm activity meets the strict requirements of the Farm Regulation you will not be approved for Farm Classification on your land.
What to Do if You Are Not Approved for Farm Status
If you are not approved for BC Assessment Farm Status, don’t worry! You have several options available to you. For instance, you can reapply the following tax year or appeal BC Assessment’s decision and hope for the best. Alternatively, if you want to maximize your chances of success in obtaining Farm Class status then hiring farmassessment.com is a wise choice as their expertise and experience will ensure that all relevant information is taken into account when making your application. By taking advantage of their services, it increases your chances of being granted Farm Class status significantly!
Our Services
Farm Consulting
This is for landowners who have no idea where to start or have some knowledge of the Farm Regulations and just need a little guidance to understanding specifics of the Regulations to ensure the land is classified as a farm.
PARP Appeal
Did you have farm status and it was removed or your Farm Application was not approved? The Property Assessment Review Panel (PARP) is the first level of an assessment appeal.
DFY Farm Classification
This is for landowners who want a professional to handle all the aspects of getting and maintaining farm status from ensuring the farm operation will qualify to submitting the necessary information.
PAAB Appeal
The Property Assessment Appeal Board (PAAB) is the second level of appeal after PARP. This is a very involved process that requires expertise in the Farm Regulation to be successful.
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Easiest Way to Get Farm Status in BC
Want the easiest way to get farm status in BC with as little effort as possible? Many land owners dream of saying goodbye to that heavy property tax bill and enjoy the low farm taxes Farm Class provides. Read More
Applying for Farm Status in BC
While most know the deadline to apply for Farm Class is October 31st, applying too close to this date is a mistake many landowners make. Read More
Do Developing Farms Qualify for Farm Class?
The short answer is yes, but not all farms are considered a developing farm under Section 8 of the Farm Regulation. Only specific types of farming activity qualify for developing farm status.
The great thing about the farming community is farmers are always willing to offer advice to help a new farmer get Farm Class. Unfortunately, there are many misconceptions and misunderstandings on how Farm Classification of land works, and relying on advice from other farmers may result in your application being not being approved for Farm Classification.
What factors influence Farm Classification?
The Classification of Land as a Farm Regulation – BC Reg. 411/95 (the “Farm Class Regulation”) specifies the conditions for farmland.
Land shall be categorized as a farm only if it is currently used for a qualified agricultural use as defined in the Farm Class Regulation and fulfils all other standards.
Even if your land is in the Agricultural Land Reserve (“ALR”), you may not be eligible for farm class if your agricultural activity does not match the Farm Class Regulation requirements.
Common mistakes farmers make applying for Farm Class
Submitting an Application for Farm Classification
Two errors farmers make when applying for Farm Class; applying too early or too late. Only submit your farm application when your farm is ready for an inspection and no later than October 31st.
Incomplete Farm Application
Many farm applications only contain partial information on farming activities. An incomplete farm application is never approved.
Omitting Supporting Documentation
Many applications are not approved as the claims made on the farm application are not accompanied by proof.
Got Questions? Get In Touch.
If you have questions on how our services can help you get and keep Farm Class, send us a message with your questions.
Questions regarding your farm status or getting Farm Class on your property can be answered through a consultation session. If you have specific questions related to obtaining farm status on your property, please book a consultation time.
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