Apple is reportedly arguing that buildings at its headquarters are worth just $200 to reduce its tax bill
But a newly discovered tactic has reignited the debate about the company’s tax contributions. The San Francisco Chronicle reported over the weekend that Apple is “aggressive in opposing tax assessors,” public officials who determine the value of property for tax reasons.
Apple may be the biggest taxpayer in Santa Clara County, where its Cupertino headquarters is based, but the Chronicle said it has 489 open tax appeals in the area, disputing $8.5 billion ($6.6 billion) in property value.
In a 2015 appeal, Apple claimed that a “cluster of properties” around Apple Park was worth $200, rather than the $1 billion figure alighted on by Santa Clara County’s tax assessor. In another, Apple said a property, valued at $384 million by local officials, was also worth $200, the Chronicle said.
https://www.businessinsider.com/apple-trying-to-reduce-cupertino-tax-bill-2018-8
Ein 200 Dollar Gebäude: