Ohio Homestead Exemption For Veterans In Cook
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The Homeowner Exemption reduces the Equalized Assessed Value (EAV) of a property by $10,000.
To apply, complete the application form (DTE 105A, Homestead Exemption Application Form for Senior Citizens, Disabled Persons, and Surviving Spouses), then file it with your local county auditor. The form is available on the Department of Taxation's website and is also available from county auditors.
The homestead exemption provides a reduction in property taxes to qualified disabled veterans, or a surviving spouse, on the dwelling that is that individual's principal place of residence and up to one acre of land of which an eligible individual is an owner.
Disabled Veteran Homestead Exemption: Ohio offers a substantial property tax exemption for the principal residence of a 100% disabled veteran. This exemption reduces the assessed value of the property, leading to lower annual property taxes.
Must not have a total household income over $38,600/year if applying in 2024, or $40,000 if applying in 2025, which includes the Ohio adjusted gross income of the owner and the owner's spouse. Must be age 65 by December 31 of the calendar year for which the exemption is sought.
You qualify for this 100% homestead exemption if you meet these requirements: You own a home and occupy it as your residence homestead. You are receiving 100% disability compensation from the US Department of Veterans Affairs for a service-connected disability.
Who is eligible for the Homestead Exemption program? Those eligible must be 65 years of age or older or be permanently or totally disabled, meet annual state set income requirements, and own the home where they live as of January 1st or the year in which they apply.
Ohio Disabled Veteran Homestead Property Tax Relief: Veterans who have a 100% disability rating from the VA are eligible for expanded Homestead Exemption property tax relief on their primary residential home.
For veterans returning from active duty in armed conflict, the Returning Veterans Exemption provides a $5,000 reduction in the equalized assessed value of their property for the taxable year in which they return.
