Property Tax

The County Auditor-Controller is responsible for calculating the debt service tax rates for repayment of local bonds, applying rates to the assessed value of property on the local tax roll, adding fee taxes to assessments within approved benefit zones, and allocation of collected tax to the appropriate tax agency. The Auditor-Controller assures that the laws of the State of California as well as the rightfully ordered will of the voters is properly administered.

The County Assessor-Recorder is responsible for the valuation of property, business property and personal property of the local assessment tax roll. The Assessor makes determination of exemption and exclusion eligibility based on California revenue and Taxation Law. The Recorder is the records administrator for all property ownership and other documents relative to title and rights in Lake County. Questions regarding these actions can be directed to 707-263-2302.

The County Tax Collector is charged with the collection of taxes (and penalties for late payment) billed in Lake County. Questions pertaining to tax bills issued in Lake County should be directed to the Tax Collector at 707-263-2234.

2006-2007 Direct Assessments
2007-2008 Direct Assessments
2008-2009 Direct Assessments
2009-2010 Direct Assessments

2006-2007 Ad Valorem Tax Code Rates
2007-2008 Ad Valorem Tax Code Rates
2008-2009 Ad Valorem Tax Code Rates
2009-2010 Ad Valorem Tax Code Rates


2006-2007 AB8 Allocation
2007-2008 AB8 Allocation
2008-2009 AB8 Allocation
2009-2010 AB8 Allocation

Tax Roll Correction Form

Property Tax Fee Schedule