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The fires in San Diego County have been devastating for many...over 1600 homes destroyed thus far and many hundreds more damaged.
The Assessor's Office can TEMPORARILY reduce the assessed value on your home if it was damaged or destroyed through no fault of the owner, and the damage exceeds $10,000. A claim MUST be filed within 12 months of the date of the damage or loss of the home. Once rebuilt, the original taxable value will remain, provided the home is essential the same. Additional square footage will result in an adjusted value. 
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26 Comments on San Diego Fires – Tax Relief for Homeowners of Damaged or Destroyed Homes
Marlene - it's nice to HAVE some good news for homeowner's. Since it is state law this applies elsewhere in those counties that also had fires. Good news for many!
Jeff
Dena - it's a little confusing. The relief is temporary...until the house is rebuilt. Not sure how they will handle things if owners decide to not rebuild, etc. The relief is there for damage (over $19K) OR complete destruction.
George - there will also be funds availabvle through FEMA as well as the state, as I understand. I don;t yet know the details of how this is determined, how much, etc.
Jeff
Ana - I know what you mean. I continue to be amazed at some of the stories and the positive attitude that so many show, in the face of having lost everything.
Jeff
Neal - What I like is that it is state law, not just a temporary solution only for this situation.
Jeff
Thanks, Diane. I appreciate the compliment. It's information that all homeowners should be aware of.
Jeff
Rebecca - you're right. It does appear to be the right thing to do and a good example. I do not know, though, if there have been issues with administation, etc. in the past. Time will tell.
Jeff
Lisa - I imagimne those who know or find out will be pleased. My guess is many will not find out, unless the assessor's office sends out a bulletin or letter with the tax bill.
Jeff
Jeff,
Important info here for those who've have a loss. There are so many things to do at a time like this, it would hurt to do a follow up reminder, maybe a check list 90 days from now?
It's also good to remember this in the future. I've downloaded the form to add it to my list. Thanks so much for sharing this valuable info. I knew there was a process, yet I was clueles as to how it worked, this is a new one of me.
Lynda - that's a great idea. Could be another good reason to stay in touch with past clients, although you hate to have them NEED to submit such a form.
Jeff
Jeff... I haven't paid much attention to the fires lately, but I agree, some great information for homeowners. My question though would be, if this has already happened to someone or a family, I don't think they would be getting onto the internet anytime soon to find this helpful info. Hopefully this would help people in the future. Nice job...
Jeff - that is likely true for some, but so many people rely on email for communication, and the Internet for information, that I suspect many are back into it. People are also back at work, etc. But certainly the challenge is getting the word out in other formats so others do know about it, hence the suggestion that agents can be in touch with folks they know who were harmed by the fires.
Jeff