VETERAN’S BENEFITS
Regular Veteran’s Exemption:To qualify for a Regular Veteran’s Exemption, the Veteran must have served at least 90 days wartime service and received an Honorable Discharged. Discharge papers (DD214) must be on file with the City Clerks Office prior to October 1st.
Disabled Veteran’s:Connecticut disabled veterans who receive eligibility notices directly from the U.S. Department of Veteran’s Affairs may be entitled to property tax exemptions ranging from 2,250 to 4,500 for service related disabilities. In order to receive this exemption, the Veteran must file form 20-5455 with the Assessors Office prior to the Board of Assessment Appeals completion of duties.
Additional Veterans Exemptions :An additional benefit is available for veterans with incomes lower than $30,500 for single and $37,300 for a married couple. The filing period is between February 1st and October 1st. To apply, the veteran must submit to the Assessors Office all proof of income for the previous calendar year. Qualifying income includes: Federal Income Tax Return if filed or all year end statements, plus your Social Security 1099 form. The additional exemption is equal to twice the amount of the exemption as provided for such person in accordance with Connecticut State Statute 12-81. This must be filed every two years.
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