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Dear [Applicant's Name], Thank you for applying for tax exemption in the city of Chicago, Illinois. We appreciate your effort in seeking tax relief and would like to review your application in detail. In order to ensure a smooth application process, we kindly request you to provide the following information: 1. Applicant Details: Please provide us with your organization's full name, registered address, contact person, and their contact details. Additionally, include your organization's federal tax identification number. 2. Purpose and Activities: Describe the purpose and nature of your organization's activities in detail. Clearly explain how your organization's activities align with the tax-exempt purposes outlined in the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) guidelines. Provide specific examples of projects or initiatives that highlight your organization's commitment to serving the community or advancing a charitable cause. 3. Financial Information: Include in your application your organization's most recent audited financial statements, including the balance sheet, income statement, and statement of cash flows. If your organization is a newly established entity, provide projected financial statements for the next three years. 4. Organizational Structure: Provide an overview of your organization's governance structure, including the composition of the board of directors or trustees, their qualifications, and any relevant affiliations. Specify the names, contact details, and positions of key personnel responsible for the day-to-day operations of your organization. 5. Additional Supporting Documents: Please attach any supporting documents that further demonstrate your organization's eligibility for tax exemption. This may include copies of your articles of incorporation, bylaws, mission statement, and any relevant certifications or accreditations. Once you have gathered all the necessary documents and information, please submit your completed application to [insert contact information or the relevant department's address]. To expedite the review process, we recommend submitting your application electronically in PDF format. Please note that there may be different types of Chicago Illinois Sample Letters for Tax Exemption — Review of Applications, depending on the specific tax exemption category applied for. Some common types include: 1. Regular Exemption: This category covers organizations that qualify for the federal tax exemption under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Eligible organizations must be operated exclusively for charitable, religious, educational, scientific, or literary purposes. 2. Senior Citizen Exemption: This category is applicable to senior citizens who meet specific age and income requirements set by the local authorities. Eligible individuals may receive property tax exemptions or reductions on their primary residences. 3. Disabled Person Exemption: This category provides property tax exemptions or reductions for disabled individuals who meet certain criteria. The exemption is applied to the primary residence and can vary depending on the extent and nature of the disability. We appreciate your compliance with these requirements, and thank you for your cooperation. Our team will thoroughly review your application and notify you of the outcome as soon as the evaluation process is complete. If you have any questions or require further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us at [insert contact information]. Best regards, [Your Name] [Your Title/Position] [Organization Name]
Dear [Applicant's Name], Thank you for applying for tax exemption in the city of Chicago, Illinois. We appreciate your effort in seeking tax relief and would like to review your application in detail. In order to ensure a smooth application process, we kindly request you to provide the following information: 1. Applicant Details: Please provide us with your organization's full name, registered address, contact person, and their contact details. Additionally, include your organization's federal tax identification number. 2. Purpose and Activities: Describe the purpose and nature of your organization's activities in detail. Clearly explain how your organization's activities align with the tax-exempt purposes outlined in the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) guidelines. Provide specific examples of projects or initiatives that highlight your organization's commitment to serving the community or advancing a charitable cause. 3. Financial Information: Include in your application your organization's most recent audited financial statements, including the balance sheet, income statement, and statement of cash flows. If your organization is a newly established entity, provide projected financial statements for the next three years. 4. Organizational Structure: Provide an overview of your organization's governance structure, including the composition of the board of directors or trustees, their qualifications, and any relevant affiliations. Specify the names, contact details, and positions of key personnel responsible for the day-to-day operations of your organization. 5. Additional Supporting Documents: Please attach any supporting documents that further demonstrate your organization's eligibility for tax exemption. This may include copies of your articles of incorporation, bylaws, mission statement, and any relevant certifications or accreditations. Once you have gathered all the necessary documents and information, please submit your completed application to [insert contact information or the relevant department's address]. To expedite the review process, we recommend submitting your application electronically in PDF format. Please note that there may be different types of Chicago Illinois Sample Letters for Tax Exemption — Review of Applications, depending on the specific tax exemption category applied for. Some common types include: 1. Regular Exemption: This category covers organizations that qualify for the federal tax exemption under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Eligible organizations must be operated exclusively for charitable, religious, educational, scientific, or literary purposes. 2. Senior Citizen Exemption: This category is applicable to senior citizens who meet specific age and income requirements set by the local authorities. Eligible individuals may receive property tax exemptions or reductions on their primary residences. 3. Disabled Person Exemption: This category provides property tax exemptions or reductions for disabled individuals who meet certain criteria. The exemption is applied to the primary residence and can vary depending on the extent and nature of the disability. We appreciate your compliance with these requirements, and thank you for your cooperation. Our team will thoroughly review your application and notify you of the outcome as soon as the evaluation process is complete. If you have any questions or require further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us at [insert contact information]. Best regards, [Your Name] [Your Title/Position] [Organization Name]