APPEALPOINT — Contra Costa County — Comprehensive Fee Schedule
Detailed breakdown of all assessment appeal filing fees, Findings of Fact (FOF) charges under Property Tax Rule 308, Public Record & Extract fees, and Tax Agent / Attorney annual registration fees.
1. Appeal Filing Fees
| Service / Application Type | Fee Amount | Description & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard E-Filing Appeal Application | $40.00 | Filing fee charged for regular property assessment appeals submitted electronically via the online portal. |
| Paper Application Counter Processing | $100.00 | Administrative processing fee for hardcopy paper applications submitted at the Clerk counter. |
2. Written Findings of Fact (FOF) Fees (Rule 308)
| Property Classification | Fee per Parcel / Account | Filing Requirement | Payment Terms |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single-Family Residential / Condominium / Duplex | $150.00 | Written request prior to hearing start | Due upon request submission |
| Multi-Family Apartments (4+ units) | $150.00 | Written request prior to hearing start | Due upon request submission |
| Commercial / Industrial Property | $300.00 | Written request prior to hearing start | Due upon request submission |
| Business Personal Property & Fixtures | $150.00 | Written request prior to hearing start | Due upon request submission |
| FOF Additional Hourly Rate | $10.00 / hour | Complex case findings preparation | Billed upon completion |
3. Public Case Extracts & Document Copies
| Service / Public Request | Fee Amount | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Electronic Case Data Extract (Digital File) | $50.00 / extract | Digital export of case summary data, property valuations, and board decisions. |
| Public Extract Hourly Rate | $10.00 / hour | Custom or complex historical case data extraction research. |
| Public Record Document Copying (Paper) | $0.10 / page | Standard black-and-white copy fee for public case files and transcript extracts. |
4. Tax Agent & Attorney Annual Registration Fees
| Registration Role | Annual Subscription Fee | Statutory Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Tax Agent | $100.00 / year | Mandatory annual registration under County Code Chapter 2.165 for non-attorney property tax representatives. |
| Attorney Representative | $100.00 / year | Annual registration for licensed attorneys representing clients before the Assessment Appeals Board. |
5. Active Jurisdiction Rules & Filing Windows
| Jurisdiction | Regular Filing Period | Default Hearing Time | Minimum Notice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contra Costa County Default | Jul 2 — Nov 30 | Thursdays (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM) | 45 Business Days |
Important Fee Regulations
- Fees are mandatory unless a formal fee waiver is authorized under financial hardship guidelines.
- Failure to pay required Findings of Fact fees prior to the hearing start constitutes a waiver of written findings.
- If the Board fails to issue findings upon timely request, the fee is fully refundable.
Online Payment Methods
Applicants, Tax Agents, and Attorneys can pay Findings of Fact, Case Extract, and Subscription fees directly via credit card or e-Check.
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