Veterans Exemption - State & Local Programs

Requirements for basic veteran’s exemption §12-81(19)

A person making application for the basic $1,500 veteran’s exemption under §12-81(19) must be as of the October 1st assessment date:

1. A Connecticut resident

2. Either the record owner of, hold life use in, or be the beneficiary of a trust estate with respect to the property on which the exemption will be applied.

3. Have provided the town clerk with a certified copy of their discharge form (DD-214) by September 30th.
       
4. Have served at least 90 days, active duty during a time of war or recognized military conflict.

This exemption is applied to the assessed value of real estate or motor vehicles and is also allowed on leased vehicles.

Disabled Veterans' Exemption
The state also provides for additional exemptions to disabled veterans. Benefits above the basic $1,500 are determined by the percentage of disability a veteran may have. A copy of the disability rating slip from the United States Veterans Administration must be provided annually before November 1 to the Assessor. Once the veteran reaches the age of 65, this exemption will increase as of the assessment date following his 65th birthday.

Surviving Spouse Rights
The surviving spouse of any person, who at time of such person’s death was entitled to and had the exemption, shall be entitled to the same exemption.

State Additional Veterans' Exemption
Veterans filing for the State Additional Veteran’s Exemption must meet the basic criteria and also the State income limits. The State’s 2023 income requirements are $53,400 for a married couple and $43,800 for a single person. This exemption doubles the basic assessment exemption from $1,500 to $3,000.

For the application, please click here.

Town Additional Veterans' Exemption
Veterans filing for the Town Additional Veteran’s Exemption must meet the basic criteria and also the Town’s income limits. The Town’s 2023 income requirements are $15,000 above the State’s:  $68,400 for a married couple and $58,800 for a single person. Those qualifying for the State program are automatically enrolled in the Town program and need not apply. The assessment exemption is $20,000.

For the application, please click here.

Filing Dates for Additional Veterans' Exemption
The application period is from February 1st to October 1st. Applicants must re-file every 2 years.

Motor Vehicle Exemption
Veterans -  In Service
Property tax exemptions are available to qualified individuals; such as, discharged veterans, spouses of deceased discharged veterans, etc. Eligible parties must contact the Assessor’s Office for applications to complete and file to meet filing dates when applying for these benefits.

Municipal taxes on motor vehicles owned by servicemen:

Out of state residents based in CT must file a Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Civil Relief Act form with the Assessor’s office to be exempt from paying property taxes.

Residents of CT must file an Active Duty form annually with the Assessor’s Office to have one passenger motor vehicle exempt from taxation.

To qualify, the individual must submit a letter annually from his/her commanding officer stating that the individual is on active duty.

Click here to download the Application for Active Military Motor Vehicle Property Tax Exemption form.

A serviceman having any questions in regards to motor vehicle property taxes, or in need of an application to complete and file in sufficient time to meet filing dates to apply for such benefits, should contact the Assessor’s Office at (860) 291-7260.

For additional explanation and/or information please call:
Assessor’s Office (860) 291-7260