California BOE Updates Disaster Relief Guide to Reflect Extended Property Tax Relief Timelines

The California State Board of Equalization (BOE) announced publication of an updated Information Guide for Disaster Relief for Damaged or Destroyed Property, incorporating statutory changes enacted by Assembly Bill 245 and Senate Bill 663, effective Oct.10, 2025. The revisions expand relief for property owners affected by certain 2024 and 2025 fires in Los Angeles and Ventura counties. Key changes include extending the application period for reassessment relief from 12 months to 24 months for qualifying disasters, extending the reconstruction period from five to eight years for specified fires, and clarifying continued eligibility for certain property tax exemptions—including the Disabled Veterans’ ...