North Coast Assessments
The Board upheld property assessments for 1970-71, disappointing property owners. Some assessments were reduced by 30% for fiscal 1971-72. Property owners may challenge the ruling in Superior Court. Changes in zoning occurred after the March 1 lien date. Current zoning effectively limits coastal property use to agriculture.
Properties are appraised at higher values than agricultural income can support.
Property taxes exceed potential income for many owners. The Williamson Act does not apply to all coastal properties. Current zoning creates a financial burden, leading to inverse condemnation situations.
Properties are appraised at higher values than agricultural income can support.
Property taxes exceed potential income for many owners. The Williamson Act does not apply to all coastal properties. Current zoning creates a financial burden, leading to inverse condemnation situations.
Creator:
Sentinel Editorial
Source:
Santa Cruz Sentinel
Date: 1971-07-15
Type:
NEWS
Coverage:
1970s
Identifier: CF-25778
Collection
Citation
Editorial, Sentinel. “North Coast Assessments.” Santa Cruz Sentinel. 1971-07-15. SCPL Local History. https://history.santacruzpl.org/omeka/items/show/101699. Accessed 26 Aug. 2025.