San Diego County residents who have not yet filed their federal individual and business tax returns have a bit more time to do so, as the deadline has been extended due to severe storms and flooding that impacted the region back in January. The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s disaster declaration permits the IRS to postpone certain tax-filing and payment deadlines for those in the affected area, including San Diego County. The new deadline for San Diegans to file their taxes is now June 17, providing some relief for procrastinators.
Extensions also apply to various deadlines for affected businesses, including contributions to IRAs and health savings accounts, quarterly payroll and excise tax returns, partnership and S corporation returns, as well as corporation, fiduciary, and tax-exempt organization returns. If residents need an additional tax-filing extension beyond the June 17 deadline, they are encouraged to request it electronically by April 15. More information on tax relief for San Diego County residents impacted by the severe storms and flooding can be found on the IRS website. This extension gives taxpayers more time to gather their information and submit their returns without incurring penalties.