Q: When are Lane County property taxes due for the 2024-2025 tax year?
A: Property taxes are due November 15, 2024. You can also pay in three equal installments due November 15, February 15, and May 15. The filing deadline for exemptions and deferrals is August 1, 2025.
Q: What tax credits are available and do they require applications?
A: Lane County offers several tax credits including senior citizen deferrals, disabled citizen deferrals, disabled veteran exemptions, and enterprise zone exemptions. All credits and exemptions require separate applications and are NOT automatically applied. Contact the Assessment office at 541-682-4321 for specific eligibility requirements and application deadlines.
Q: Is there a homestead credit that limits assessment increases?
A: Oregon does not have an assessment cap system like California's Proposition 13. Property assessments can increase to full market value without limitation, though senior and disabled citizens may qualify for payment deferrals through application.
Q: How often are properties reassessed in Lane County?
A: Lane County assesses all properties annually. The Assessment and Taxation office reviews market conditions and property changes each year to determine assessed values for the upcoming tax year.
Q: What are the penalties for late property tax payments?
A: Late payments incur interest charges and penalties. Contact Lane County Assessment and Taxation at 541-682-4321 for current penalty rates and payment options if you've missed the due dates.
Q: Can I pay my property taxes online?
A: Yes, Lane County offers online payment options. Visit the Lane County Assessment and Taxation website or call 541-682-4321 for information about online payment systems and accepted payment methods.
Q: Why do tax rates vary so much within Lane County?
A: Lane County has approximately 300 different tax levies across various special districts. Your total tax rate depends on which city, school district, fire district, library district, and other special taxing districts serve your specific property location.
Q: How do I appeal my property assessment?
A: Property owners who disagree with their assessed value can file an appeal with the Lane County Board of Property Tax Appeals. Appeals must be filed by specific deadlines, typically in December following the tax year. Contact the Assessment office for appeal forms and procedures.
Q: What triggers a supplemental tax bill?
A: Supplemental taxes are issued for ownership changes, new construction, or property improvements that increase assessed value during the tax year. The supplemental amount covers the tax difference for the remaining months of the current tax year.
Q: Are there special assessment programs for agricultural or forestland?
A: Yes, Lane County offers special assessment programs for qualifying agricultural and forestland uses. These programs require applications and annual renewals with specific use requirements. Contact the Assessment office for eligibility criteria and application procedures.
