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1. Are tax bills available online?

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2. Can I pay by credit card?

Yes, you can pay online at Public Tax Inquiry & Payments . 

3. How do I appeal the value of my property?

This area is covered by the county Assessor's Office.
Assessment Reviews / Appeals

4. Are there special circumstances applied to senior citizens, blind, or disabled persons?

Program suspended by the State at this time.
These programs are handled by the state. For more information, see Property Tax Postponement or call the State Controller's Office at (800) 952-5661.

5. Can a mortgage company request copies of my tax bills?

A standardized, statewide procedure has been established for mortgage companies to request copies of tax bills. Requests are submitted annually by September. Any bill requested by a mortgage company is furnished to that company. A taxpayer's information copy is sent to the owner of record.

Any discrepancies in requests should be handled by the taxpayer with their mortgage company. Mortgage companies generally do not request or receive copies of supplemental tax bills.

6. Do you sell property tax liens?

We do not sell property tax liens. Monthly payment plans are available on specific obligations. Please contact the Tax Collector's office at (530) 283-6260 for more information.

7. How do I obtain a revolving fund advance?

For authorized county departments only: Please print the revolving fund advance voucher, obtain the signature of the authorized individual and bring the voucher, along with two copies, to the Treasurer's Office for processing at:
P.O. Box 176
Quincy, CA. 95971

8. How do I obtain transient occupancy tax forms?

Plumas County Code has specific requirements for property owners renting certain properties for a period of 30 days or less to collect Transient Occupancy Tax. This office is responsible for the registration of owners and operators and for the collection of the quarterly tax.

Registration Form
Registration should be made prior to the operation of the rental. Complete the Transient Occupancy Tax Registration Form and mail it to:
P.O. Box 176
Quincy, CA. 95971

Quarterly Return Form
For registered owners / operators, a Transient Occupancy Tax Quarterly Return Form can be completed and submitted to the address listed above when the original form mailed by this office is not available or circumstances warrant an additional form being necessary.

9. How do I transfer a title / move my mobile home?

In order to transfer title or move a mobile home that is being assessed by the County Assessor on the property tax rolls, a Mobile Home Tax Clearance Certificate is required by the State Housing and Community Department (HCD). Mobile Home Tax Clearance Certificates are issued by this department after proper application has been made, appropriate documentation has been provided, and any taxes or estimated taxes that are a lien against a mobile home at the time of the issuance have been paid.

Please complete the application form, attach required documentation, and submit to:
P.O. Box 176
Quincy, CA. 95971

10. What are unsecured taxes, and how do I pay them?

Unsecured taxes are assessments for mining claims, boats, possessory interests to land, and other personal properties not attached to land. Unsecured bills are mailed by July 31 and become delinquent if not paid or postmarked by August 31.

All taxes on mining claims must be paid before a proof of labor or intent to hold can be recorded by the county recorder or filed with the Bureau of Land Management. Any person can obtain a tax bill from the Treasurer / Tax Collector's office.

11. What do I do if my address has changed?

Any change of address on an assessment should be made to the Plumas County Assessor's office at:
1 Crescent Street
Quincy, CA 95971

12. What happens when unsecured taxes become delinquent?

Certificates of Tax Liens will be recorded in Plumas County and the county of residence if unsecured taxes become delinquent. The law provides that any asset of the assessee(s), including (but not limited to) rents, bank accounts, tax refunds, and wages, will become subject to seizure and/or attachment by virtue of execution of judgments.

13. What methods of payment do you accept?

We accept personal checks, cashier’s checks, and money orders. Please do not mail cash payments. Cash payments can be made in person or mailed to the office at: P.O. Box 176 Quincy, CA. 95971 We also accept credit card payments for taxes, fines, or fees. You can pay online at Public Tax Inquiry & Payments . 

14. When are property tax statements due?

The first installment of taxes are due and payable on November 1st, annually, and become delinquent if not paid in the office or postmarked by 5:00 pm on December 10th. A 10% penalty is added for payments received after this date.

The second installment is due February 1st, annually, and becomes delinquent if not paid in the office or postmarked by 5:00 pm on April 10th, A 10% penalty and a $20 cost is added for payments received after this date.

Please note: Both installments may be paid together. The second cannot be paid until the first has been paid. If the due date falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday, the hour of delinquency is 5:00 pm on the next business day.