High Contrast MENU Cupertino Union School District Home Community Parcel Taxes Measure A Parcel Tax Find it Fast Parcel Taxes Measure A Parcel Tax Measure A Parcel Tax Citizens' Oversight Committee Potential Tax Measure General Information about the Parcel Tax On May 6, 2014, voters of the Cupertino Union School District approved Measure A that calls for the renewal and consolidation of both the Measure B and C parcel taxes. Measure A maintains the same rate previously approved by both Measures B and C. Measure A is an eight-year parcel tax of $250 per year effective July 1, 2015 and expiring June 30, 2023. It continues to offer the same exemptions as previous measures. A parcel is defined as any unit of land in the District that receives a tax bill from the Santa Clara County Tax Collector's Office. The funds collected from the parcel tax can only be expended on purposes approved by the voters. One element of the parcel tax is the implementation of an independent Citizens' Oversight Committee to provide accountability. Click here to view the full text of Measure A. If you prefer to speak to someone in person, please call the District's Business office at (408) 252-3000, extension 61427. Exemption/Refund Information (Optional) Exemptions to the Parcel Tax are available to Seniors, Contiguous Parcels, and residents with an SSI Disability. If you fit one of these descriptions, you may complete the form online by using this online form or by following the steps below: Download the form by clicking on the Exemption type you qualify for Print and complete the form Gather the required documents Either mail paperwork to the address on your form or bring all paperwork to the address on your form If you need help or have questions you may call (408) 252-3000 ext. 61427. Senior Parcel Tax Exemption: Community members qualify for this exemption if they are 65 years of age or older on or before June 30 of the current tax year, are the owner of a parcel within the Cupertino Union School District, and that parcel is their principal residence. The senior must live in the home as of July 1 of the year the tax is due. Contiguous Parcel Exemption: The contiguous parcel exemption allows a property owner to combine adjacent parcels (parcels that share a common border) into one taxable unit. These combined parcels must also be used solely for owner-occupied, single-family residential purposes. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Exemption:Community members qualify for an exemption if they are 65 years+ OR blindness (any age), OR disability (any age) AND limited/no income and resources, receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI), are the owner of a parcel tax within the Cupertino Union School District and that parcel is their principal residence. The community member must own and live in the home as of July 1 of the year tax is due. A benefit verification letter must be provided in order to qualify for the exemption. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) Exemption: Community members qualify for an exemption if they are receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) for a disability and have a qualifying work history, either through their own employment or a family member (spouse/parent), are the owner of a parcel tax within the Cupertino Union School District, and that parcel is their principal residence. The community member must own and live in the home as of July 1 of the year tax is due. A benefit verification letter must be provided in order to qualify for the exemption. First Time Applicants: To apply for a refund for the current fiscal year (July 1 to June 30), you must first have paid your current tax bill in full. Please submit your exemption application and all supporting documentation to Cupertino Union School District, Attention Fiscal Services, 10301 Vista Dr. Cupertino CA 95014. Note: No refunds will be issued for the current fiscal year after June 30. If you have any questions, please call (408) 252-3000 x61427. To Renew an Exemption: Any homeowner already exempt from the District's parcel taxes does not need to reapply for an exemption every year. Visit Us Administrative Office: 1309 S. Mary Ave, Suite #150 Sunnyvale, CA 94087 Operation's Center: 10301 Vista Drive Cupertino, CA 95014 View Map Get in Touch Phone: 408-252-3000 Fax: See Department Information Email Us Important Links Site Map Contact Us Accessibility Information Title IX Stay Connected Questions or Feedback?Terms of UseBlackboard Web Community Manager Privacy Policy (Updated) Copyright © 2002-2021 Blackboard, Inc. All rights reserved.