Exemptions and Deferrals
Exemptions & deferrals
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If you are active duty Military, Veteran or the surviving spouse of a Veteran, you may be entitled to exempt a portion of your property taxes.
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If you are at least 62 or disabled and collecting federal Social Security disability benefits you may qualify for a deferral
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Churches, Schools, and other organizations may also claim a property tax exemption.
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Defer a portion of your taxes to a later date if you meet certain criteria, like acreage and zoning type.