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 details. (860) 844-5311.
Veteran's Exemption
Veteran, who served at least 90 days during 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.
Exemption : 1,500
Veteran's Disability Exemption
Veteran's disability rating slips must be filed annually by March 31st.
Disability Rating 10%-25% = 2,250
Disability Rating 26%-50% = 3,000
Disability Rating 51%-75% = 3,750
Disability Rating 76%-100% = 4,500
@least 10% disability & over 65 = 4,500
Additional Veteran's Exemption-Income Dependent Portion
Person must meet certain income limits. Filing period is February 1st through October 1st.
Exemption : 3,000
Disability Rating 10%-25% = 4,500
Disability Rating 26%-50% = 6,000
Disability Rating 51%-75% = 7,500
Disability Rating 76%-100% = 9,000
@least 10% disability & over 65 = 9,000
Local Option Veteran's Exemption-Income Dependent Portion
Person must meet certain income limits. Filing period is February 1st through October 1st.
Exemption : 10,000
Federal Soldiers' Civil Relief Act
Provides that personal property belonging to an active duty serviceman 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 Connecticut. Application must be filed within 15 months of the October 1st assessment date.
Totally Disabled Exemption
Provides a $1,000 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 $3,000 reduction in assessment to those proving blindness.
Freeze
This program is not open to new applicants.
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.
Farm
Application must be filed with the Assessor between September 1st and October 31st.
Forest
Certified by State Forester before October 1st.
Application must be filed between September 1st and October 31st.
25 acres or more.
Open Space
Application must be filed between September 1st and October 31st.
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