This local option prevents any large shift of the property tax burden to the residential class of property owners after a revaluation. Exemption applications must be filed with your local assessor's office.See our Municipal Profiles for your local assessor's mailing address. Q: How can I get my current property tax bill? The application packets linked below include all relevant forms and instructions needed to apply for each type of exemption. Below please find the Declaration of Homestead forms, a Simple Guide to the Massachusetts Homestead Act, and brochures in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. This web page is to make homeowners in the Town of Smithtown aware of several Real Property Tax Exemptions that are currently available. New York State facilitates a tax relief program known as the School Tax Relief (STAR) credit. The exemption is not transferred automatically. You will have to apply for the exemption on your new primary residence.