Thousand Oaks homeowner presents evidence in base‑year appeal; board takes case under submission

The Ventura County Assessment Appeals Board heard oral testimony and documentary evidence in application 23‑11363, a base‑year appeal filed by homeowner Daryl Malamute challenging the enrollment of the Oct. 10, 2022 purchase price as the property’s base‑year value.

What the applicant said: Malamute described family and health reasons that prompted a quick move back to the community and said he felt pressured during escrow. He presented a detailed market comparison grid and contractor estimates to support an opinion that the property’s full cash value on the valuation date was substantially lower than the recorded sale price of $3,260,000. Malamute highlighted what he described as condition issues (original 1987 systems and finishes, nonfunctional fireplaces, and a roof and HVAC nearing replacement) and provided contractor quotes and a local broker’s letter to quantify repair and upgrade costs. He also argued that one…