How to apply for Utility Users Tax and Street Light Fee Refund (City of Riverside) in California

Who it's for

The City of Riverside refunds part of its Utility Users Tax (up to $35) and all of the Street Light Assessment District fee paid on the property tax bill for very low-income residents. To qualify, the home must be your main residence, your name must be on the bills, and your total household income for the last tax year must be less than $23,940. You file a claim each year between April 1 and June 30 with the City Finance Department at City Hall, 3900 Main Street, or at the Riverside Public Utilities Customer Resource Center, 3025 Madison Street. Late claims are not accepted.

What you'll need

• Completed UUT/SLAD Refund Application (English or Spanish)
• Utility bills and property tax bills in your name, with proof you paid them
• Proof of total household income for the last tax year

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Utility Users Tax and Street Light Fee Refund (City of Riverside). I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need completed UUT/SLAD Refund Application (English or Spanish), utility bills and property tax bills in your name, with proof you paid them, proof of total household income for the last tax year — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

Renewals

annual claim, filed April 1 to June 30