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Legal Information Clinics

Cal Northern School of Law in partnership with the Butte County Bar Association is reaching out to those affected by the devastating Camp Fire with a free legal information clinic to help with the myriad of issues they may be facing, including probate, real estate, insurance coverage, criminal defense and the like. Starting Tuesday, December...

Family Support Resources

Valley Oak Children's Services for resources and referral (530) 895-3572 These programs that are running after school programs: Boys and Girls Club of the North Valley (530) 899-0335 Chico Area Recreation District (530) 895-4711 Durham Recreation and Park District (530) 345-1921 Paradise Recreation and Park District (530) 872-6393 Feather River Recreation and Park District (530) 533-2011 Additional state run...

Housing & Shelters

UPDATE FEBRUARY 4, 2019 - Both the Town of Paradise Council and Butte County Supervisors amended their respective urgency ordinances for temporary housing to remove the provision that allowed temporary dwellings (RV, trailers, or other temporary dwellings) on properties with qualifying structural fire debris. Temporary dwellings will be permitted after a parcel is certified as clean. Temporary RV parks are available...

SBA's Office of Disaster Assistance

The U.S. Small Business Administration’s Office of Disaster Assistance offers low-interest disaster loans, which are the primary source of money to pay for repair or replacement costs to return primary residences to as close to pre-disaster recovery condition. These loans are as low as 2% fixed interest rate, with terms up to 30 years. These...

Planning for Short, Mid and Long-Term Housing

Local jurisdictions, including Butte County, the Town of Paradise and the cities of Chico, Gridley and Oroville are working together with state and federal agencies to support fire survivors through a Disaster Recovery Operations Center. Several teams have been formed, including a Housing Division. The Housing Division serves as a single point of contact for...

Housing Resources

There are a number of state and federal resources that outline housing assistance programs available to fire survivors: WildFireRecovery.org: Cal OES outlines statewide wildfire recovery resources, with specific housing information available on the site. FEMA & Cal OES Housing Options Fact Sheet Assistance to Individuals and Households-Individuals and Households Program (IHP) Information Small Business Administration:...

Will I receive a refund if I already paid my entire 2018-19 tax bill?

If you have your property reassessed and had already paid your entire tax bill before the reassessmsent, you will receive a refund for the difference based on the new value. If you paid your first installment, you may receive a bill for an adjusted second installment, or you may receive a refund (depending on the...

When will my tax bill be due if my property is being reassessed?

The deadlines for property taxes will vary depending on when the reassessment is complete. If neither installment was paid prior to the reassessment, you will receive a bill as stated below. If your reassessed value is recorded by February 28, 2019, you may pay your bill in two installments and the deadlines will be included...

School Information

The Butte County Office of Education (BCOE) is updating its website with current school information. Additional BCOE Resources: Butte County Students Return to School as Camp Fire Recovery Efforts Continue BCOE Camp Fire Resources Butte County Schools Fire Relief Fund

Mail Service Disruption/Post Offices

The following Post Offices have reopened: Magalia, 14146 Skyway, CA 95954-9998 Stirling City, 16939 Skyway, CA 95978-9998 Paradise, 6469 Clark Rd, CA 95969-9998 Paradise residents can pick up their mail at the Paradise Postal Office Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 4 pm. Please note that Paradise mail is no longer available for pick up in Chico. Mail in...

Food Resources for Fire Survivors

Replacement Card CalFresh is a nutrition assistance program that helps eligible individuals and families buy the food they need. Information on how you can apply for the benefit or apply for a replacement card can be found in these instructions (Espanol)for Camp Fire Survivors. You can also visit getcalfresh.org for additional information. Disaster Food Assistance Individuals and families who are...

Registering For FEMA Assistance

UPDATE: The deadline to register for FEMA assistance has passed. Survivors who registered for FEMA assistance can check their status or update their information on file at www.disasterassistance.gov or by calling 800- 621-3362 (TTY 800-462-7585) anytime from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. local time seven days a week. Multilingual operators are available. Disaster survivors who...

Information For Debris Removal Contractors

Alternative Fire Debris Removal Program (Alternative Program) Property owners who do not qualify for, or who chose not to participate in, the Government-sponsored Debris Removal Program, must hire properly licensed private contractors and consultants to remove fire debris and clean up their properties. An Alternative Fire Debris Removal Application form must be submitted, and a...

Insurance Claim Help

United Policyholders offers a Roadmap to Recovery program that provides support, guidance and resources relevant to the Camp Fire. CA insurance alert re: Debris & mud flow damage in wildfire-impacted regions: Your agent or insurer will tell you that standard home insurance policies exclude coverage for damage due to flooding, mudslides, mudflow, landslides and debris flow. But...

United State Department of Agriculture – Disaster Assistance

USDA Rural Development delivers a number of programs to help improve the quality of life in rural communities throughout the nation. These programs may also help rural communities, businesses and individuals impacted by a disaster such as fire, drought or earthquakes. Rural Development Disaster Fact Sheet USDA Fire Assistance Fact Sheet Rural Development Recovery Programs...

What if I have a State Controller Property Tax Postponement (PTP) lien on my house that was destroyed by fire?

o Please contact the State Controller Property Tax Postponement office at: (800) 952-5661, or email postponement@sco.ca.gov.

What happens if I applied for a State Controller Property Tax Postponement in 2017-18, but my home was destroyed by fire?

Please contact the State Controller Property Tax Postponement office at: (800) 952-5661, or email postponement@sco.ca.gov.

What should I do if I have delinquent property taxes and my property was destroyed by fire?

Delinquent property taxes relate to property taxes that were incurred before the fires, therefore they will not change and must be paid. Please contact the Tax Collector’s office for payment plan options.

After my property is rebuilt or repaired following the damage, will my property taxes be increased over what they were before?

No. Property owners will retain their previous factored base year value if the house is rebuilt in a like or similar manner, regardless of the actual cost of construction. However, any new square footage or extras, such as additional baths, will be added to the Proposition 13 factored base year value at its full market...

When will new tax bills be issued that reflect the loss in value of my property?

After you receive the “Notice of Correction to the Assessment Roll” from the County Assessor’s Office informing you of the proposed reassessment, a new tax bill reflecting the reduction in value will be issued by the County Tax Collector within approximately 45 days of that notice.

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