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Board of Equalization mobilizes property tax guidance and outreach after Southern California wildfires
Summary
At its Jan. 23 meeting, the Board of Equalization publicly summarized available property-tax disaster relief after sweeping Southern California wildfires, highlighted steps counties and the state are taking, and flagged possible legislative changes to ease recovery for homeowners and businesses.
The California State Board of Equalization on Jan. 23 outlined how property owners affected by the recent Southern California wildfires can seek tax relief and described ongoing agency and intergovernmental steps to speed help to victims.
Controller Cohen, Vice Chair Lieber, Member Vasquez and other board members used opening remarks and the executive director's report to describe damage to neighborhoods and the scale of the disaster and to summarize statutory relief and agency outreach. Executive Director Stowers said BOE staff published a disaster-relief guide and web resources and has been coordinating with county assessors, other state agencies and federal partners to help property owners pursue reductions or postponements of property taxes.
Why it matters: property taxes affect local services and the cash flow of households and small businesses trying to rebuild. The board emphasized the need for fast, clear communications so owners can access temporary reductions or deferrals while they reconstruct or decide whether to rebuild.
Key details and deadlines - Revenue and Taxation Code relief: Under the board’s summary of applicable law, property…
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