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Homeowners’ Property Tax Exemption Form
By Anonymous — Monday, June 9th, 2014
As in prior years, and as part of our public service, the Assessor’s Office is reminding homeowners who have not previously filled an exemption claim to complete the form now as they may be eligible for this tax savings benefit. Last month exemption claims were mailed to homeowners who do not currently have the exemption but who may qualify. A qualified homeowner exemption claim lowers taxes by approximately $70 per year. Filing the exemption claim is a free service. The claim form should be completed and returned to the Assessor’s office as soon as possible. The assessor seeks to enroll all qualified exemptions during the month of June before the close of the 2014-15 Roll. In the past, private companies have solicited homeowners to file their exemption claim for a $35 fee. The assessor warns homeowners that they risk identity theft if they return the claim to anyone one other than the Assessor. Given the personal information contained in these forms, homeowners should only file the claim form by regular mail addressed to the Assessor’s office or return the form to the Assessor’s office in person. It is important that the assessor receive the form and the required information to process the exemption claim. To qualify the owner must occupy the property as the principal place of residence. If you believe you qualify for this exemption and have not received an exemption claim form you can obtain it from the Assessor’s website under the Quick Link Forms tab. If you have any questions please call the office at 654-2181. |
