Illinois veterans and persons with disabilities may be eligible for tax relief through the property tax homestead exemptions and mobile home exemptions. Applicants must file a Form PTAX-341, Application for Returning Veterans' Homestead Exemption, with the Chief County Assessment Office.If you're a veteran moving to a different state, you'll want to know what exemptions you'll have to look forward to. Learn more in this post. Paraplegic veterans can qualify for a full exemption from property taxes. Disabled veterans may have some or all of their property taxes covered. This is called a Standard Homestead Exemption for Veterans with Disabilities (SHEVD). Bill Title: Amends the Property Tax Code. Douglas County has additional exemptions for 62 years of age or older, disabled veterans or their surviving spouses, and totally disabled homeowners. Exemption: Disabled veterans can receive an annual reduction in the equalized assessed value (EAV) of their primary residence.
