Access Fontana Property Tax Records

San Bernardino County handles all property tax records and administration for Fontana. The city does not operate its own tax system. Under California law, counties manage all property tax functions. The County Assessor determines values each January 1 based on property sales, new construction, and ownership changes. The Treasurer-Tax Collector sends bills and processes payments. Fontana residents can search property records, apply for exemptions, and pay bills through county portals. This system is uniform across the state under Proposition 13. The base tax rate is one percent of assessed value, with additional charges for voter-approved bonds and special districts in some areas.

San Bernardino County Tax Office

Fontana is in San Bernardino County. The county runs all property tax operations for cities and unincorporated areas. The Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk office handles assessments. The Treasurer-Tax Collector manages billing and payments. This is the standard system statewide.

To search property tax records for Fontana, visit the San Bernardino County tax portals. You can look up assessed values, view bills, and make payments online. Enter your address or Assessor Parcel Number to find your property. The county maintains records for all properties in Fontana.

The County Assessor office is at 222 West Hospitality Lane in San Bernardino. Call 909-387-8307 for Assessor services. Visit arc.sbcounty.gov to access online tools. The site has search functions, exemption forms, and assessment history.

For tax bill questions and payments, call the Treasurer-Tax Collector at 909-387-8308. Pay online at mytaxcollector.com. Select San Bernardino County and search for your property. The portal accepts electronic checks and credit cards.

Searching Fontana Property Records

Go to arc.sbcounty.gov to look up Fontana properties. Enter your street address or parcel number in the search tool. The system shows assessed value, property details, exemptions, and ownership information. You can view current and prior year data.

To see your tax bill, visit mytaxcollector.com. Search for San Bernardino County and enter your property information. The system displays your current bill with all charges itemized. You can see if payments were made and view past year bills. Download PDF copies for your records.

Make payments through the online portal. The system accepts electronic checks and credit cards. Each payment method has different fees. Check the portal for current fee schedules. You can also mail payments to the address on your bill or pay in person at county offices.

Property Tax Exemptions for Fontana Residents

Fontana homeowners can claim the Homeowners' Exemption if they live in the property. This reduces assessed value by $7,000. File by February 15. Once approved, it renews automatically. Get the form at arc.sbcounty.gov or from the Assessor office.

Veterans with service-connected disabilities qualify for additional exemptions. The amount depends on disability rating and income. Disabled persons under 62 can also apply. Call the Assessor at 909-387-8307 for forms and help.

Seniors age 62 and older can defer taxes through the state Property Tax Postponement Program. You need 40 percent equity and household income under $55,181. Interest accrues at five percent annually. Apply between October 1 and February 10 at sco.ca.gov.

Tax Bill Due Dates for Fontana

San Bernardino County sends two property tax bills per year. First installment is due November 1. It becomes delinquent at 5:00 pm on December 10 with a ten percent penalty.

Second installment is due February 1 and becomes delinquent at 5:00 pm on April 10. Another ten percent penalty applies plus a cost fee. If taxes remain unpaid past June 30, the property goes into default with extra fees and interest.

You must pay on time even if you do not receive a bill. Contact the Tax Collector at 909-387-8308 to request a duplicate. You can also view and print bills from the county website.

Note: Payments must be received or postmarked by the deadline.

Appealing Your Property Value

Fontana property owners can appeal their assessment if they believe the value is too high. File with the San Bernardino County Assessment Appeals Board between July 2 and September 15. Get the form from the County Assessor or download it online.

Include evidence with your appeal. Recent sales of similar homes help establish value. A professional appraisal provides strong support. Photos of damage or problems also help. The Board schedules a hearing where you and the Assessor present evidence. The Board then decides the value.

You can represent yourself or hire help. Many owners handle appeals on their own. If you win, your value drops for that year. This lowers your tax bill. If you lose, the value stays the same. You can file again next year.

Getting Help with Property Taxes

The San Bernardino County Assessor office answers questions about property values. Call 909-387-8307 or visit 222 West Hospitality Lane in San Bernardino. The website at arc.sbcounty.gov has FAQs and forms.

For bill and payment questions, call the Treasurer-Tax Collector at 909-387-8308. Staff can explain charges, check payment status, and send duplicate bills.

The State Taxpayers' Rights Advocate helps with property tax problems. Call 916-274-3400 or email traoffice@boe.ca.gov. This independent office protects taxpayer rights statewide.

Other San Bernardino County Cities

Other major cities in San Bernardino County use the same county tax system.