The Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority (MWPA) was created to implement a comprehensive wildfire prevention and emergency preparedness program for Marin County. MWPA is funded by a parcel tax approved by voters in March 2020. There is a low-income senior parcel tax exemption available to homeowners who meet certain criteria. You must re-apply every year before June 30th.
Criteria
To qualify for an exemption from the Measure C – Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority – parcel tax, homeowners must meet the following criteria: • Owner must be 65 years old, or older, by July 1 of any applicable tax year • Property must be an owner-occupied, single-family residence (house, condo, town home) • An exemption application must be filed annually before June 30th. • Household income is equal to or lower than the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) income limits for assisted housing programs (based on number of people in household): Income Limits for Exemption Eligibility (2024-25) : 1 Person $109,700 2 People $125,350 3 People $141,1000 4 People $156,650 5 People $169,200
To Apply
Applications are available annually from February - June and applicants must re-apply every year.
