The Landowner Guide to Site Value Objection is a document created to help Queensland landowners understand their rights and responsibilities when it comes to objecting to the site value assigned to their non-rural property by the Valuer-General. The site value is a statutory valuation used for calculating local government rates and other land-related charges.
The guide begins by explaining what site value means: it represents the value of the land itself, excluding buildings or improvements, but it does include the impact of location, access, services, and zoning. If a landowner disagrees with the valuation, they have the legal right to lodge an objection under the Land Valuation Act 2010. The guide provides a step-by-step explanation of how to lodge this objection, emphasizing the importance of doing so within the set deadline noted on the valuation notice.
A key component of a successful objection is evidence. The guide stresses that landowners should provide supporting documents to justify their claim, such as recent comparable sales data, independent property valuations, or any relevant site-specific information that may have affected the value. The objection must be specific and fact-based—general dissatisfaction is not enough.
The guide also covers the concept of a Deduction for Site Improvements (DSI). If landowners have made improvements like clearing, filling, or drainage work that have increased the land’s value, they may be entitled to a deduction that reduces the assessed site value. To apply for this, detailed evidence such as receipts, contractor details, and dates of the work must be included.
Finally, the guide outlines what happens after the objection is lodged. The Department of Resources will assess the submission and provide a formal response. If the landowner is not satisfied with the outcome, they may seek an internal review or escalate the matter to the Land Court.