The California State Board of Equalization (BOE) has expanded its electronic services to include eRelief Requests, the tax board announced.
The eRelief Requests allow California taxpayers to submit electronic requests for Relief from Penalty, Relief from Interest, Relief from Penalty and Interest Due to a Disaster, Relief from Collection Cost Recovery Fee, Declaration of Timely Mailing and Extension of Time in Which to File a Tax/Fee Return.
"eRelief Requests is a great service that will enable taxpayers to conveniently apply for payment relief," said Jerome E. Horton, Chairman of the BOE in a statement.
Taxpayers will use their eClient ID and password, or they can use their account number and Express Login code. The request is confirmed immediately and can sometimes be processed immediately as well.
Taxpayers can use the system to find out if their request was granted, denied, or needs further review.
The board collects more than $53 billion each year in taxes and fees. BOE also hears business tax appeals and acts as the appellate body for franchise and personal income tax appeals, among other functions.
