California Property Tax Postponement Program

California State Controller's Office

Closed Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Allows seniors (62+), blind, or disabled homeowners with limited income to defer property tax payments. The state pays the taxes and places a lien on the property, repaid when property is sold or transferred. Program currently suspended but may be reinstated.

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Key Details

  • Defers property tax payments for seniors 62+
  • Also available to blind or disabled homeowners
  • Income limits apply (varies by county)
  • State pays taxes and places lien on property
  • Program currently suspended

How to Apply

Deadline: Program suspended; check for reinstatement

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