Glenn County Property Tax Records

Glenn County maintains property tax records through the Assessor and Tax Collector offices in Willows. Property owners can get tax bills, payment details, and assessment information from these offices. All property is valued on January 1 each year under Proposition 13. Tax bills are sent twice yearly. First installment is due November 1 and late after December 10. Second installment is due February 1 and late after April 10. Each late installment gets a ten percent penalty. Contact the county offices at 516 West Sycamore Street in Willows for information about your property taxes and assessments.

Glenn County Assessor Office

The Glenn County Assessor determines taxable property values. Phone is 530-934-6402. The office is at 516 West Sycamore Street in Willows. Property is valued as of January 1 each year. The Assessor records ownership changes when property sells. New construction and major improvements get reassessed at current market value when completed.

Homeowners can claim the Homeowners' Exemption through the Assessor. This cuts assessed value by $7,000. You must own and live in the home as your main residence. File by February 15. Forms are at the office or by calling 530-934-6402. Once granted, it renews each year. You only reapply when you move.

Veterans with service-connected disabilities can get exemptions. The amount depends on disability rating and income. Low-income totally disabled veterans may receive full exemptions. You need VA documentation. Disabled non-veterans may also qualify. Contact the Assessor for forms and rules.

Tax Collector Services

The Glenn County Tax Collector handles billing and collection. Phone is 530-934-6410. The office is at 516 West Sycamore Street in Willows. Tax bills go out in October and February. You can pay by mail or in person during office hours Monday through Friday.

First installment is due November 1. Late after December 10 adds a ten percent penalty. Second installment is due February 1. Late after April 10 adds another ten percent penalty plus costs. Unpaid taxes after June 30 go into default. The county can pursue collection and foreclosure. Interest and penalties keep adding up.

To pay by mail, send check or money order with your stub. Write your parcel number on the check. Mail to Glenn County Tax Collector, 516 West Sycamore Street, Willows, CA 95988. County must receive it by the due date. Postmarks do not count. Use certified mail if close to deadline.

Getting Your Tax Bill

Contact the Glenn County Tax Collector at 530-934-6410 for copies of your tax bill. Have your address or parcel number ready. The office can tell you the amount due, due dates, and if payments were made. You can also request prior year bills and payment receipts.

In-person payments are accepted at the Tax Collector office. Bring your bill or know your parcel number. You can pay with cash, check, or money order. Call ahead to verify office hours. If you need assessment details like square footage or land value, contact the Assessor at 530-934-6402.

Your tax bill shows the base one percent property tax plus any special assessments. Special assessments can include school bonds, fire fees, water charges, or other local levies. Each appears on a separate line. The Tax Collector can explain what each charge is for and where to get more information.

Note: Keep copies of paid bills for your records and tax preparation.

Property Tax Exemptions

The Homeowners' Exemption reduces your assessed value by $7,000 in Glenn County. You must own and occupy the property as your primary residence. File the claim by February 15 with the Assessor. Forms are available at 516 West Sycamore Street or by phone. Once approved, it continues each year unless you move or sell.

Disabled veterans can apply for exemptions based on VA disability rating and household income. Totally disabled low-income veterans can receive larger exemptions. You must provide VA proof of disability percentage. The Assessor can explain income limits and what documents you need. Disabled persons who are not veterans may qualify under certain conditions.

Senior citizens age 62 and older can defer property taxes through the state Property Tax Postponement Program. This program is run by the California State Controller's Office. The state pays the county and puts a lien on your home. You repay with five percent interest when you sell or transfer the property. Income and equity requirements apply. Applications are available each fall.

Filing Assessment Appeals

Property owners in Glenn County can appeal assessments they think are too high. The County Assessment Appeals Board hears these cases. Appeals must be filed from July 2 to September 15. Some counties extend this to November 30. Check with the Clerk of the Board for the exact filing period.

Get an appeal form from the Assessor or Appeals Board. Complete it with property details, your value opinion, and reasons for appeal. Attach evidence like recent sales of comparable properties, professional appraisals, photos of damage, or repair estimates. A filing fee may be required when you submit the form.

The Board schedules a hearing after you file. You get at least 45 days notice. At the hearing, present your evidence. The Assessor presents theirs. The Board decides the correct value. If the Board agrees with you, your taxes decrease for that year. If they deny the appeal, the assessment stays the same. You can file a new appeal next year.

California Property Tax Resources

The California State Board of Equalization oversees all county assessors. The Board ensures fair and uniform property tax administration across the state. Visit boe.ca.gov/proptaxes/proptax.htm for property tax information, FAQs, and forms. The site has guides on exemptions, appeals, and assessment procedures.

The Taxpayers' Rights Advocate Office helps resolve disputes between taxpayers and the Board. Contact the office at 916-274-3400 or email traoffice@boe.ca.gov. The Advocate can assist with county assessor issues or help you understand property tax laws. This is a free service provided by the state to all California taxpayers.

Key Property Tax Dates

January 1 is the lien date when all property values are set for the tax year. February 15 is the deadline to file homeowner exemptions and other claims. November 1 is the first installment due date. December 10 at 5:00 pm is when first installment becomes delinquent with ten percent penalty. February 1 is the second installment due date. April 10 at 5:00 pm is when second installment becomes delinquent with ten percent penalty plus costs.

July 2 to September 15 is the standard appeal filing period. Unpaid taxes after June 30 go into default status. Business property statements are due April 1. For questions about deadlines, contact the Assessor at 530-934-6402 or Tax Collector at 530-934-6410.

Nearby Counties

Glenn County borders several California counties. Each manages its own property tax system.