Controller Malia M. Cohen Announces Opening of the 2025 – 2026 Property Tax Postponement Program Filing Period

SACRAMENTO - State Controller Malia M. Cohen today announced that applications for property tax postponement are now being processed.

California's Property Tax Postponement (PTP) Program, administered by Controller Cohen, allows eligible homeowners who are seniors, blind, or have a disability to postpone payment of property taxes on their primary residence.

In the 2024-25 tax year, California homeowners were able to postpone over $6.8 million in residential property taxes. Over the last few years, eligibility for tax deferment has been expanded several times by the addition of manufactured homes and adjustments to the income limit. This year, the household income limit has been raised to $55,181, reaching more seniors and Californians with disabilities. Household income for this PTP cycle will be based on 2024 household income

"For many seniors and Californians with disabilities, keeping up with rising housing costs can be overwhelming," said Controller Cohen. "The Property Tax Postponement Program provides real relief - helping people stay in their homes, maintain stability, and preserve the communities they've helped build. By expanding eligibility, we're ensuring that more Californians can access the support they need to live with dignity and peace of mind."

PTP funding is limited. Applications will be processed in the order they are received, starting October 1. The final filing deadline for the current tax year is February 10, 2026. Participants must reapply each year and demonstrate they continue to meet eligibility requirements. When an applicant is approved, a lien will be placed on the real property or a security agreement will be filed with the Department of Housing and Community Development for a manufactured home, until the account is paid in full.

Applications and additional program details can be found online, by calling (800) 952-5661 or email at [email protected].

Property owners affected by California fires or other California disasters may be eligible for another tax relief program that allows for reappraisal of damaged or destroyed property. For more information on this program, visit the California Board of Equalization's disaster relief website .

As the chief fiscal officer of the fourth largest economy in the world, California State Controller Malia M. Cohen independently oversees and manages the state's financial resources with integrity and transparency to build trust. Controller Cohen is responsible for accountability and disbursement of the state's financial resources. She has independent auditing authority over government agencies that spend state funds. The Controller is a member of numerous financing authorities, and fiscal and financial oversight entities including the Franchise Tax Board. She also serves on the board for the nation's two largest public pension funds. Follow the California State Controller's Office on X, Facebook, and YouTube at @CAController and on Instagram at @CaliforniaController.

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