Commercial & Private Aircraft

If It Flies, It May Be Subject To Property Taxes

  • This category of property includes hot air balloons, commercial aircraft, and everything in between.
  • In Orange County, approximately 1,000 aircraft are valued annually as of lien date, January 1.
  • Property valued at $1,350 or less will not be taxed.

Taxes on Tie Downs

  • Private use of public property is taxable under certain conditions.
  • If you rent or lease a tie down from a city or the county, you may receive a property tax assessment.
  • You may receive a property tax assessment if:
    • You are using facilities owned by a government agency (city, county, state, school district, etc.)
    • Your right to use government-owned property is independent, durable and exclusive.
    • You are not a government agency
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State of California Publications

  • The California Board of Equalization publishes a series of Assessor’s Handbooks to provide guidance to local Assessors.
  • To view a Handbook the following subjects, click the appropriate link:
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