Obtaining a veterans exemption is not automatic – If you're an eligible veteran, you must submit the initial exemption application form to your assessor. The Veterans Exemption helps veterans and their family members reduce their property taxes.To be eligible, the property must be your primary residence. New York offers special benefits for service members, Veterans and their families including property tax exemptions, New York National Guard tuition assistance. A disabled veteran receives an exemption of the property's assessed value times 50 percent of the veteran's disability rating. Patient registration (admissions). Partial exemption from real property tax is based on condition of service, with additional benefits based upon degree of service-connected disability. As of September 30, 2024, grantees have provided legal assistance to over 44,000 households, representing a rapid scale-up to meet tenant needs.