Assessor

The Assessor's Office locates taxable property, identifies ownership, and establishes value for the tax assessment rolls. The citizens of Nevada County deserve fair and equal implementation of California property tax laws, and our goal is to ensure that taxpayers receive timely and accurate property assessments. The Assessor strives to keep property owners aware of their rights and responsibilities while providing courteous and professional service to our taxpayers.

Storm Damage to your property? You may be able to get a reassessment due to misfortune or calamity. Click the link for the necessary application. SnowMess 2023 - Calamity Reassessment Claim Form

Application for Reassessment of Property Damaged by Misfortune or Calamity

Application for Reassessment of Property Damaged by Misfortune or Calamity

My Assessed Value and Property Characteristics

Find the current assessed value for your property.

Proposition 19

Voters passed Proposition 19 in November 2020. This legislation affects Parent-Child and Grandparent-Grandchild exclusions and Base Year Value Transfers. More Information on Proposition 19

Request Informal Value Review

Request a value review if you believe the market value on your property is less than the Assessor’s value.

Business & Personal Property

E-file your Business and Personal Property Statement online

Information regarding Business Property Statements

Parcel Data Maps

Find online parcel data maps and map FAQs.

Assessor Forms

Find Assessor and Board of Equalization forms for your use.

Mailing Address Change Form

Download this fillable Mailing Address Change Form (PDF) to change the address for your property tax bill and for other correspondence.Or complete an E-File Mailing Address Change Form 

​Property Assessment Basics

Information on Proposition 13, Proposition 8, calamity relief, value transfers, and more.

Meet Your Assessor

Learn about Assessor Rolf Kleinhans.

Tax Bill Search

Search for your tax bill on the Treasurer / Tax Collectors page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the Assessor's most frequently asked questions.