Wichita Homeowner Fights Rising Taxes | Wichita News

An 80-year-old Wichita homeowner, Elizabeth Collinsworth, is trapped in a tax nightmare—facing relentless property tax hikes on a house she’s lived in for 27 years, despite visible wear and tear. Her son, Matt, says appeals have failed year after year, and they’re terrified of having to sell to move into assisted living at a price that won’t cover their costs. County officials point to state-mandated appraisal rules and suggest filing formal appeals, but Matt says the process is confusing and lacks clear direction. Commissioner Jim Howell admits appraisers can err, but emphasizes the county’s hands are tied—valuation is governed by Kansas state law. For Elizabeth, it’s not about bureaucracy—it’s about survival on a fixed income. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4c8dce1b574c55c2