Exemptions

Due to the number and complexity of exemptions, the following is intended only to give you a general idea of what is available. If you think you may be eligible, please call the Assessor's office to discuss the details.

Veteran's Exemption
Veterans, who served at least 90 days during the time of war, or an active duty serviceman, must prove eligibility by filing the required documentation with the Town Clerk of the town in which he resides on or before September 30.

Veteran's Disability
Veteran's disability rating slips must be filled annually by March 31st.

Additional Veteran's Exemption-Income Dependent Portion
Person must meet certain income limits. Filing period is Feburary 1st through October 1st.

Federal Soldier's Civil Relief Act
Provides that personal property belonging to an active duty service man is not to be taxed in the town in which the property is located due to military orders.

Motor Vehicle of a Serviceman
Exemption of one vehicle registered in CT but located in another state due to the serviceman's military orders. Application must be filled within 15 months of the October 1st assessment date.

Totally Disabled Exemption
Provides a $1000 reduction in assessment to CT resident receiving permanent total disability benefits.

Ambulatory Vehicle Exemption
Exemption from taxation for ambulance-type motor vehicles, i.e. specially equipped motor vehicles, used exclusively for transporting any medically incapacitated individual.

Blind Exemption
Provides a $3000 reduction in assessment to those proving blindness.

Freeze
This program is not open to new applications.

Elderly (must be 65 or older) or Totally Disabled Persons Tax Relief Program
Must meet certain income parameters. Resident must file between February 1st and May 15th.

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