SCHOOL PROPERTY TAX RELIEF FOR INDIVIDUALS AGE 65 OR OVER

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PLEASE NOTE: Taxpayers must pay their property tax bill in full by the end of each tax year in order to qualify for this credit for the subsequent property tax year. Statewide Deadline: September 1st of current year.

SENIOR PROPERTY TAX RELIEF

Homeowners age 65 or over are eligible for a tax credit against regular school property taxes of 50 percent (up to $500). This credit may only be used against property taxes on a primary residence.

To find out more about the program or to apply for tax relief, visit the following:

Answers to some common questions about the Senior School Property Tax Credit

Senior School Property Tax Credit Application (PDF format -- 12 KB)

IMPORTANT NOTE: To qualify, a copy of your driver's license or birth certificate is required for each applicant at time of application.

WHERE TO CALL WITH QUESTIONS:

New Castle County (302) 395-5520

Kent County (302) 744-2341

Sussex County (302) 855-7760

OR EMAIL YOUR QUESTIONS TO THE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE

Last Updated: Tuesday, 18-Mar-2008 10:23:05 EDT