The Kitsap County Assessor’s Office will be visiting properties on Bainbridge Island beginning in August.

County officials note that the assessor’s office is required to conduct physical inspections of all real property throughout the county on a rotational basis, and appraisers expect to wrap up property inspections by March 2016.

Property owners are being advised that if an appraiser contacts them, comes to the front door, or is out in the neighborhood, it is because they are trying to verify the characteristics of properties to ensure the accuracy of assessments.

County assessor staff do not drive standard county-issued vehicles, though their vehicles are marked with “Kitsap County Assessor” identification on both sides.

Homeowners who have concerns about county staff, or would like to verify their identity, can request to see identification. For further verification, contact the Kitsap County Assessor’s Office at 206-842-2061.