Do veterans get a discount on property taxes?

  • 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.