Hapco Philadelphia & Jumpstart Germantown Educational Session: Understanding the Office of Property Assessment (OPA)
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Join HAPCO Philadelphia and Jumpstart Germantown for an educational session featuring representatives from the Philadelphia Office of Property Assessment (OPA).
This session will provide housing providers with a better understanding of the role of the OPA, how property assessments are determined, and what factors impact a property’s assessed value. Attendees will hear directly from the Deputy Chief Assessment Officer and Mass Appraisal Supervisor about the assessment process, how to review assessment information, and important steps to take if you believe your property assessment may need to be appealed.
Topics will include:
• The role and responsibilities of the Office of Property Assessment (OPA)
• Understanding your property assessment and how it impacts your property taxes
• When and why housing providers may consider filing an appeal
• Step-by-step guidance on the assessment appeal process
• Common mistakes to avoid when appealing an assessment
• Additional resources and support available to Philadelphia property owners
Whether you are a first-time property owner or a longtime housing provider, this session will provide valuable information to help you better understand and navigate Philadelphia’s property assessment system.
Free & Open to All! Registration required.
Time & Location
Time: 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
Jumpstart Germantown, 4701 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144
If you would like to sign up, please click the link below to register now!
HAPCO’s educational seminars are open to the public both HAPCO active members and non-members, to educate and provide information about the rental property community. We’re offering in person, all-inclusive free session with guest speakers, requested hard driven topics that change each session, depending on speaker, venue, and date availability.
These sessions help give the community a voice to trade ideas, thoughts and viewpoints related to specific issues affecting the rental property community. Please take advantage of this opportunity to help you grow as a better rental property owner.