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Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Davidson County home values increase, potentially meaning rise in property tax
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Davidson County's home values have risen — significantly. A new appraisal shows a major spike but that does not mean everyone's taxes are increasing. 'If you just keep making it more expensive and harder to live here, then [people] are just going to leave,' Antioch homeowner, Jason Weakly, said. Davidson County Property Assessor releases 'Heat map' of average appraised value percentage increase Weakly, a Nashville native, told News 2 that the city has grown to include more residents, new homes and developments. 'The growth has been explosive and a little unwieldy,' Weakly said. The newest property reassessment reveals a 45% median increase in value over the last four years. 'You didn't buy your property for it to depreciate, you bought your property to appreciate,' Davidson County Property Assessor, Vivian Wilhoite, said. Wilhoite said the appraisal reviewed more than 281,000 commercial and residential properties. 'We are seeing where people are moving further out and getting more land — getting more bang for their buck,' Wilhoite explained. However, the rise in property value has Weakly and some other residents worried that it could mean an increase in property taxes. 'People are still trying to get over the cost of COVID; I mean, people are still reeling from that and it takes families a long time to recover their budget,' Weakly expressed. If you're wondering whether your property taxes will go up, it will depend on two things. The first factor has to do with how much your property value increased. If your home value increased by more than 45%, your taxes could go up. If your home's value went up by less than 45%, your taxes could drop. The second factor is whether Mayor Freddie O'Connell passes a priority tax increase this spring which he has said he plans to do. 'After the tax rate from the state of Tennessee is announced — as far as the certified tax rate — once that is announced to say revenue neutral, then the mayor and Metro Council can increase it,' Wilhoite said. ⏩ Property owners can appeal their new valuations. 'There is the misconception that we are trying to stick it to you — no,' Wilhoite said. 'We want you to appeal your values so that you will be trusting the part that we provided you with.' Weakly plans to appeal his home valuation. The deadline to request an informal review is May 9. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
21-04-2025
- Business
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Nashville's property values jump up by a record 45%. See the areas with the highest jump
Davidson County property values have jumped by an average of 45% since 2021 — unseating a record-high increase set just two reappraisal cycles ago. Davidson County Assessor of Property Vivian Wilhoite released the latest batch of reappraised property values April 18, the culmination of a four-year cycle that plays a key role in determining how much Nashvillians will be paying in property taxes later this year. New property value notices have been mailed to Nashville homeowners, and they've also been updated online. Here's what to know about this year's record jump, the breakdown of value increases across the county and what happens next. It wasn't all that long ago that a 45% increase would have seemed more like a clerical error. A decade ago, Nashvillians were grappling with an estimated 33 to 37% average increase in residential property values. That was a massive jump from the 5.3% average increase at the end of the reappraisal cycle that ended in 2013. Numbers that high weren't totally uncommon in Nashville, though, as there was a 33% hike in the 1990s. This year's reappraisal sets a new record-high for the second time since 2017. In a news release announcing that property value notices had been mailed to Nashvillians, Wilhoite noted that Nashville and Davidson County have continued to 'experience exponential growth in the real estate market' since 2021. That's reflected countywide, according to a 'heat map' of the median increase by Metro Nashville Council district. While the county's median increase is 45%, the numbers range by district between 38% and 54%. A majority of districts — 20 of them — saw an increase at or above 45%. Meanwhile, the lowest median increases were in areas like Donelson and Opryland in districts 14 and 15, and in District 18, which includes Belmont and Vanderbilt. All three districts clocked in below 40%. Here's a look at which districts saw the largest median increase: District 34 (City of Forest Hills, Green Hills, Bellevue) – 54% District 35 (Bellevue) – 52% District 23 (West Nashville, Belle Meade) – 52% District 9 (Madison) – 51% District 29 (Priest Lake) – 50% District 30 (Southeast Nashville) – 50% This isn't the end of the road in the process of determining property tax bills. The 2025 property tax rate won't be set until later this year, using the new appraised values as part of the formula in calculating a tax bill. The state will also need to establish the 'certified tax rate' — the rate at which property tax collections would be revenue-neutral, or produce the same amount of revenue as the previous tax year. When property values rise, it's likely that the certified tax rate will decrease. Finally, the Metro Nashville Council will use those numbers to set the local property tax rate, which must be approved as part of the city's budget by June 30. Nashville Mayor Freddie O'Connell has said before that reappraisal years often result in a property tax increase, and he has also signaled his intent to take a more defensive stance in crafting the 2026 budget given uncertainty around federal funding. He must submit his proposed budget to the council by May 1. Property owners can appeal if they disagree with their new values. That process starts by requesting an informal review through the assessor's office, either online at or by calling 615-862-6059. The deadline to request an informal review is 4 p.m. May 9. Austin Hornbostel is the Metro reporter for The Tennessean. Have a question about local government you want an answer to? Reach him at ahornbostel@ Get Davidson County news delivered to your inbox every Wednesday. This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: Nashville's property values see a startling, record-high 45% jump
Yahoo
13-03-2025
- Yahoo
Ex-Broncos coach will proceed to court for alleged police assault at airport: DA's office
DENVER (KDVR) — The case of now-fired Broncos linebacker coach Michael Wilhoite accused of assaulting a police officer will proceed to court after the victim did not agree to a proposed diversion program. Wilhoite is facing charges of assaulting a peace officer, obstructing a peace officer and criminal mischief, but the Denver District Attorney's Office on Wednesday had said he was being considered for a diversion program alternative to the traditional court process. A Denver District Attorney spokesperson confirmed to FOX31 in an email Thursday morning 'the victim in the case will not agree to Diversion for Wilhoite so the case will now proceed in District Court.' The diversion program is a rehabilitation-focused program that includes treatment services and teaching skills that work to prevent further contact with law enforcement. Previous: Ex-Broncos coach Michael Wilhoite could avoid prosecuation after alleged police assault The victim's refusal for Wilhoite to go to this program means Wilhoit is now due back in court on May 6. Wilhoite was arrested after he allegedly punched an officer on Feb. 23 at Denver International Airport when that officer confronted him for leaving his car unattended in the drop-off area, according to an affidavit filed in the case. The officer told the then-assistant coach that he couldn't park in that area, to which Wilhoite allegedly responded 'shut the (expletive) up,' according to the probable cause statement. Wilhoite then allegedly approached the officer and bumped into him with his chest, and the officer shoved Wilhoite. Wilhoite punched the officer in the face. As Wilhoite was getting into his car to drive away, the officer used his Taser and struck Wilhoite, according to the probable cause statement. Police arrested Wilhoite about an hour later. Wilhoite joined the Broncos' staff in 2023 after working for head coach Sean Payton in New Orleans in 2019 to 2020. Payton confirmed with FOX31 that Wilhoite was later fired after the alleged assault. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-03-2025
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Ex-Broncos coach Michael Wilhoite could avoid prosecuation after alleged police assault
DENVER (KDVR) — Former Denver Broncos linebacker coach Michael Wilhoite could avoid prosecution after allegedly punching a Denver police officer at Denver International Airport. According to the Denver District Attorney's Office, Wilhoite is facing charges of assaulting a peace officer, obstructing a peace officer and criminal mischief, but he's being considered for a diversion program that's an alternative to the traditional court process for eligible first-time offenders. Broncos coach charged with assaulting officer at DIA, fired from team The diversion program includes treatment services and teaching skills that work to prevent further contact with law enforcement. It's focused around rehabilitation versus punishment and requires a minimum of 30 hours of community service, complete restitution and for the client to remain crime free. If completed, the case would be sealed and Wilhoite would avoid prosecution, but Wilhoite needs approval from the victim first. If it's not completed, the client would resume prosecution. The DA said it's still waiting to hear from the victim in this case, if it's not approved, the DA will continue criminal prosecution. Wilhoite is currently facing charges after he was arrested for allegedly punching a police officer on Feb. 23. According to the police affidavit, Wilhoite left his vehicle unattended in a drop-off lane at DIA and was confronted by a police officer when he returned. According to the probable cause statement, the officer told the then-assistant coach that he couldn't park there, to which Wilhoite allegedly responded 'shut the (expletive) up.' The incident escalated when Wilhoite allegedly approached the officer and bumped into him with his chest. The officer then allegedly shoved Wilhoite and Wilhoite punched the officer in the face. Grading the Broncos' first day of legal tampering The affidavit said the officer had visibly injured knees and moderate pain in his jaw. The statement said the officer used his Taser and struck Wilhoite as he got into his car and drove away. An hour later, Wilhoite was arrested. Wilhoite joined the Broncos' staff in 2023 after working for head coach Sean Payton in New Orleans in 2019 to 2020. He was the Los Angeles Chargers' linebackers coach from 2021 to 2022. Payton confirmed with FOX31 that Wilhoite was later fired. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
The Guardian
06-03-2025
- The Guardian
Broncos fire assistant coach after he allegedly punched police officer in face
The Denver Broncos have fired one of their assistant coaches after he was accused of punching a police officer in the face. Michael Wilhoite, who played for the San Francisco 49ers and Seattle Seahawks before moving into coaching, was involved in a confrontation with a police officer at Denver International Airport in February. 'After thorough discussions as an organization, I met with Michael Wilhoite and informed him we have decided to part ways,' Broncos head coach Sean Payton said in a statement released by the team on Wednesday. 'We recognize the serious nature of the allegations against him and believe this is the best course of action at this time. I appreciate Michael's contributions to the Broncos and am confident he will move forward in a positive direction.' Wilhoite is scheduled to appear in court on 10 March to be advised of the charges prosecutors plan to file against him. The 38-year-old was arrested on 23 February on suspicion of second-degree assault on a police officer and spent the night at a Denver jail. According to a police affidavit, Wilhoite left his vehicle unattended in the drop-off lane of the Denver airport. A uniformed police officer approached Wilhoite when he returned and told him to move his car. According to the affidavit, Wilhoite told the officer to shut up and bumped his chest into the officer, who shoved Wilhoite back. Wilhoite then allegedly punched the officer in the face, knocking him down and returned to his truck. The officer used a Taser on Wilhoite as he entered his vehicle to drive away. At a hearing the day after the alleged assault, magistrate Arnie Beckman told Wilhoite, 'These are routine, everyday interactions that thousands of people get through successfully at the airport without assaulting a police officer. That a routine, everyday encounter turned violent is concerning to the court.' Wilhoite joined the Broncos' staff in 2023 as outside linebackers coach after previously working for Payton in New Orleans as a defensive and special teams assistant in 2019-20. He was the Los Angeles Chargers' linebackers coach from 2021-22. Before going into coaching, Wilhoite spent six seasons in the NFL as a linebacker with the 49ers and Seahawks.
