- Eligible veterans and un-remarried spouses may receive a partial exemption of their property tax. Applications are due to the local assessor by March 1st for the following tax year.
- Eligibility requires active federal military service in war time. Exemption amounts increase if the veteran served in a combat zone or is service-connected disabled.
- Service in the Reserves and National Guard is not considered qualifying duty unless he/she was activated for full time Federal active duty (mobilized).
- Exemption amounts and limits vary by town and are determined by the local assessor. NYS Tax Form RP-458-a is required. Visit a Service Officer for more information.
