Lane County

Lane County allegedly retained surplus equity from tax-foreclosed properties instead of returning excess proceeds to former owners or lienholders.

Lane County agreed to a $1.35 million class action settlement to resolve claims that it unlawfully retained surplus equity from tax-foreclosed properties. Eligible class members include individuals who owned, or had an ownership interest in or held a valid lien on real property in Lane County that was foreclosed upon for unpaid taxes, and the statutory redemption period for that property expired between October 12, 2017, and December 30, 2025. Payments will be a pro rata cash payment from the net settlement fund, with the final amount depending on the number of valid claims and the surplus proceeds. The deadline to submit a claim is February 22, 2027.

You may be eligible if you:

• Individuals who owned, or had an ownership interest in or held a valid lien on real property in Lane County that the county foreclosed upon for unpaid property taxes.
• The statutory redemption period for the property expired between October 12, 2017, and December 30, 2025.
• Heirs, successors, or assignees of individuals who meet the above criteria.

• Basic contact information
• Dates tied to your purchase or account activity
• Proof of purchase or supporting documents

If you do not have every document, you may still be able to file. Many settlements accept claims without receipts.

• Submit an online claim form or print and complete the PDF claim form and mail it to the settlement administrator.
• Provide your class member ID from the settlement notice.
• Heir or successor claimants must provide supporting documentation showing their relationship to the interest holder.
• Trustee or personal representative claimants must provide supporting documentation showing their appointment or power of attorney.