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Assessor's Office - Renters, Homeowners Tax Relief Program & Disability Exemption

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1. Can I freeze my taxes?

There is no program to freeze your taxes available at this time, however the City of Bristol does have an Elderly and Disabled Homeowners Tax Relief Program.

2. What are the requirements for the Renters and the Homeowners Tax Relief Programs?

An applicant must be 65 years of age and/or 100% Social Security disabled by December 31st of the previous calendar year. The income limits are $32,300 for a single person and $39,500 for a married couple.

3. What is the filing period for the Renter and the Homeowners Tax Relief Programs?

An application for the Homeowners Tax Relief Program must be filed between February 1st and May 15th of the calendar year following the October 1st Grand List date for which tax relief is sought.

An application for the Renters Program must be filed between May 15th and September 15th of the calendar year following the October 1st Grand List date for which tax relief is sought. The Assessor’s staff takes applications at several elderly facilities during the first two weeks of the program. Schedules are published in the Bristol Press and the Observer or call the Assessor’s office for these scheduled visits at (860) 584-6240. Applications will be taken in the Assessor’s Office beginning June 1st.

4. Is there a tax exemption for a disabled person?

Yes, an exemption in the amount of $1,000 off the assessment is available to all 100% Social Security disabled individuals. An application must be filed with the Assessor’s Office prior to January 31st.

5. How do I prove I am Social Security disabled?

The applicant must present a current awards letter, or a computer generated statement from Social Security that states the person is disabled and the date that their disability began.