February 2025
Wildfires in California
Property Tax Relief for Wildfire Victims
Support, Guidance, and Advocacy When You Need It Most
While not all of us have experienced direct damage from the recent wildfires, we know that the impact reaches far beyond the flames. Our hearts are with every individual, family, and business affected by this devastation.
If you or your property have been directly impacted by wildfire damage, property tax relief may be available—and we’re here to help.
There are two key forms to be aware of:
1. Reassessment of Property Damaged or Destroyed by Misfortune or Calamity
This form is used to report the physical loss or damage of property. Filing it allows the County Assessor to temporarily reduce your property’s assessed value to reflect the loss.
2. Property Tax Deferral Application
This form allows for the deferral of your next property tax installment—currently the second installment due February 1 (delinquent April 10). Taxpayers must file a new deferral application for each installment by its respective delinquency date.
We’re Here to Help
At DePasquale, Kelley & Company, we know that recovering from disaster takes time—and the process of filing for relief shouldn’t add more stress. We’re available to guide you through each step of the claim process, from identifying eligibility to completing and submitting the necessary forms.
Whether you’ve lost a home, a business, or income-generating property, our goal is to help you navigate the complexities of property tax relief so you can focus on what matters most: rebuilding.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re committed to supporting you during this time and will do everything we can to help ease the financial burden of recovery.