Qualifications:
To qualify for reduction of taxes this year, you must have met the following qualifications last year:
- Age or disability – you must meet one of the following:
- Age 61 or over by December 31, OR
- 100% military service-connected disability, OR
- Social Security-deemed disabled.
- Own and occupy the home as your principal residence by December 31.
- If the home is recorded in a trust, you must have a Life Estate or a Lease for Life interest in the property. The Declaration of Trust must be completed by an attorney.
- If you purchased the home last year, documentation showing purchase of the home and sale of a former home must be submitted.
- Documentation showing this is your primary residence is also required.
- Your annual combined disposable income may not exceed $35,000.
- This includes all household income.
- Out-of-pocket prescription drug expenses and Medicare premiums may be deducted from this income.
Information:
For more information on the exemption program, refer to:
Property Tax Exemption for Senior Citizens and Disabled Persons
This reduction in property taxes does not place a lien against the property.
Application:
- To apply, complete the Senior Citizen and Disabled Persons Property Tax Exemption Application.
- Return the application with all required documentation, including the following:
- A copy of your driver’s license.
- Your Federal tax return (if filed), W-2s, and 1099s.
- Out-of-pocket prescription drug expenses for the year prior to the year of requested reduced taxes.
These items are detailed on page 4 of the application.
Changes:
Any change in qualifying circumstances must be reported to avoid penalties. Report these changes with the Change in Status Report.
Additional Assistance:
For assistance, additional information, or the address for mailing your completed application and supporting documents, click on the link below:
