(1) Is at least 65 years of age or totally and permanently disabled. (2) Has an income for the preceding calendar year of not more than the income eligibility limit. (3) Is a North Carolina resident. (a1) Temporary Absence.
This program excludes from taxation the first $25,000 or up to 50% (whichever is greater) of home value. Exclusion means some of the value will not be considered when your tax bill is created. Even if you do not qualify for the program in future years, the excluded value from prior years does not become taxable.
North Carolina defers a portion of the property taxes on the appraised value of a permanent residence owned and occupied by a North Carolina resident who has owned and occupied the property at least five years, is at least 65 years of age or is totally and permanently disabled, and whose income does not exceed $56,850.
To request an application for exemption, please call our office at 919-856-5400. The completed application must be filed with the Department of Tax Administration during the regular listing period, which is from January 1 through January 31 each year.
Homestead Exclusion Minimum Age 65 years; OR Totally & Permanently Disabled - No Minimum Age. Combined Income Limit $37,900 (Applicant & Spouse) Permanent Residence. Must Meet Qualifications January 1. One Time Application Required. Application Deadline is June 1.
Elderly or Disabled Homestead Exemption North Carolina allows property tax exclusions for senior adults and disabled individuals.
North Carolina excludes from property taxes a portion of the appraised value of a permanent residence owned and occupied by North Carolina residents aged 65 or older or totally and permanently disabled whose 2024 income does not exceed $37,900 annually.
Property Tax Exemption North Carolina does not levy property tax on real and personal property that is used exclusively for air cleaning, waste disposal or to abate, reduce or prevent air and/or water pollution.
North Carolina defers a portion of the property taxes on the appraised value of a permanent residence owned and occupied by a North Carolina resident who has owned and occupied the property at least five years, is at least 65 years of age or is totally and permanently disabled, and whose income does not exceed $55,050.