The Disabled Persons’ Homestead Exemption provides an annual $2000 reduction in the equalized assessed value of the property owned and occupied as the primary residence on January 1st of the assessment year, by a disabled person who is liable for the payment of property taxes. Proof of disability (ex. Award Letter) or Physician’s statement (PTAX-343-A) is required to qualify for this exemption. Please review the PTAX-343 General Information for other qualifying documentation.

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The disabled persons (PTAX-343-R) renewal must be filed each year by May 1^st with proof of disability to the Supervisor of Assessments Office to continue this exemption.  Failure to file your renewal may result in the termination of this exemption.

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If you are unable to provide other documentation as proof of your disability, you and a licensed physician, advanced practice nurse, physician assistant, or optometrist must complete Form PTAX-343-A. You are responsible for any physicians’ costs. Note: Certification by a licensed Optometrist is limited to disabilities related to visual impairment.