Property Tax Exemptions  
Summary:  Describes the types of property included in the University's tax exemption and the types of notices your department may receive.

The University of California is exempt from property tax including real property, personal property and leased property. These types of property are defined in the table below.

For complete information, see policy G 38, Tax Exemption and Refund Claims for Property Leased by the University. In general:

  • Any property owned or leased by the University is exempt from property taxation according to the California Revenue Taxation Code, sections 202(a)(3) and 202.2 (leased property).
  • If your department receives a property tax assessment notice or filing notice from the County of Los Angeles, Tax Assessor's Office, please forward the notice to Tax Services.

Types of Notices

Business Property Statement
Joint Consolidated Tax Bill
Notice of Tax Lien
Personal Property Tax Notice

Personal property includes: Movable property (any property that can be moved)
Real property includes: Land or buildings (any permanent fixture or structure above or below the surface)
Leased personal property includes: In accordance with section 202.2 of the California Revenue and Taxation Code, leased personal property used exclusively for educational purposes by a nonprofit institution like the University includes any tangible property such as copiers, computers, equipment or furniture.