TAMPA, Fla. — During a press conference Friday morning, Hillsborough County Tax Collector Nancy Millan announced tax relief initiatives for homeowners and businesses affected by Hurricane Helene and Milton.
Millan and other state leaders offered detailed information on eligibility for property tax relief, application processes and key deadlines. You can also find that information by tapping or clicking here.
"In these challenging times, it's important that we come together as a community and offer every opportunity for relief," Millan said. "This initiative is part of a much broader effort where all of your local leaders and government officials are all working so hard to provide meaningful support to residents facing financial hardships during these times."
As Hillsborough County continues to rebuild and recover, Millan said that the tax collector's office is giving residents and businesses the time and support they need to "rebuild their homes, businesses and their lives."
While property tax notices are typically sent out on Nov. 1, Millan said the office would be delaying the mail-out of their 2024 property tax notices to Nov. 25.
"In addition, we are going to be extending the 4% discount period until Dec. 31...giving that additional relief for those who have been impacted here in Hillsborough County," Millan said.
Hillsborough County Property Appraiser Bob "Coach" Henriquez also mentioned that his office spearheaded efforts for aerial photography of the entire county following the storms, helping state and local officials assess damages.
Henriquez described the effort as "a roadmap for the future to make us more resilient and be able to mitigate hazards."
"God forbid there is a next time," Henriquez said.