Property Tax Relief Available Through Homestead Exclusion

You may be missing out on property tax relief through the Homestead/Farmstead Exclusion Program. Under the Taxpayer Relief Act, the Commonwealth provides property tax reduction funding to school districts, which is applied through a homestead or farmstead exclusion. Most owner-occupied homes and farms are eligible, but only a primary residence qualifies for the tax reduction.

To receive school property tax relief for tax years beginning July 1 or Jan. 1, applications must be filed by March 1 of the preceding year. Once approved, homeowners do not need to reapply annually. For more information about the program, click here.

Applications must be filed through the tax assessment office in the county in which you reside.

Homeowners should verify they are not already enrolled before submitting an application. The program is supported through state gaming funds.

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