If you are unable to pay property taxes by the delinquency date, you may be eligible for the reduction or elimination for delinquent tax payments.

Under provisions of the Federal Soldiers and Sailors Civil Relief Act, active military personnel, regardless of the duration of military service or financial status, qualify for a reduction in the interest charged on unpaid property taxes.  The regular annual interest rate of 18% is reduced to 6% or may be eliminated.  The law further prevents the sale of  tax defaulted property.

If you qualify, complete the Application for Property Tax Relief for Military Personnel and return it along with a copy of your military orders to:

San Luis Obispo County Treasurer - Tax Collector
Room D-290, County Government Center
San Luis Obispo, CA 93408

If you have any questions call (805) 781-5831.