Property Tax Savings: Homeowners' Exemption

Do I have to apply every year?

No, the exemption will continue each year or so until such time there is a change in title. Note: You are responsible for notifying the Assessor immediately if you no longer occupy the property as your primary residence. If you move out, you will need to file a Cancellation of Homeowners’ Exemption form (AOS-009) with our office.

How do I apply for the Homeowner’s Exemption?

If you are eligible and would like to apply for the exemption:

Download the Homeowners’ Exemption BOE-266 form.
Complete and sign the form.
Submit your form to our office.
- Email: PropInfo@arc.sbcounty.gov
- Fax: (909) 382-3297
- Mail:
  - Attention: Exemptions Unit
    222 W. Hospitality Lane, 4th Floor
    San Bernardino, CA 92415-0311

Are there additional deadlines if I am applying for Proposition 19?

If you are applying for an intergenerational transfer (parent/child/grandparent/grandchild) under Prop 19, you must file your Homeowners’ Exemption within one year of the transfer to meet the filing requirements of the exclusion.