IL SB1657

Increases the board of review from 2 to 3 members, with 2 members affiliated with the highest-polling political party and 1 member not affiliated with that party.

In counties with fewer than 3,000,000 inhabitants, rules for assessment complaints cannot require specific proof or limit the nature of evidence offered.

Requires boards of review to include compulsory sales in assessment reviews if they reflect the same property characteristics and condition as originally used.

Establishes procedures for timely complaint filing and compliance, requiring boards to notify complainants of rule violations and provide at least 10 business days to cure defects.

Permits boards of review to allow parties to participate in hearings by telephone or electronically.