Property Tax Exemptions

Under the law, several programs are designed to provide tax relief are available to homeowners. I have prepared this guide to familiarize you with these programs, and to answer the most frequently asked questions. As you will learn, the eligibility requirements vary widely among these programs, and you should review each program’s qualifications carefully. Click on one of the following links to learn more about a specific exemption.

General Homestead Exemption

Homestead Improvement Exemption

Senior Homestead Exemption

Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption

Senior Citizens Real Estate Tax Deferral Program

Senior Citizens Circuit Breaker Grants

Disabled Veterans' Standard Homestead Exemption

Disabled Veteran's Exemption

Disabled Persons' Standard Homestead Exemption

Returning Veteran Homestead Exemption