​Veterans with Disabilities Homestead Exemption
What does this exemption do?
This exemption reduces the Equalized Assessed Value (EAV) by the amount of the exemption. The reduction is as follows:
- All EAV up to $250,000 from the property (before taxes are calculated) for a veteran with at least a 70% service-connected disability.
- $5,000 of EAV from the property (before taxes are calculated) for a veteran with a 50%-69% service-connected disability.
- $2,500 of EAV from the property (before taxes are calculated) for a veteran with a 30%-49% service-connected disability.
Who can qualify for this exemption?
To qualify for the Disabled Veterans Standard Homestead Exemption, the veteran must meet the following requirements:
- Be an Illinois resident who has served as a member of the U.S. Armed Forces on active duty or state active duty, Illinois National Guard, or U.S. Reserve Forces, and not dishonorably discharged.
- Have at least a 30% service-connected disability certified by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
- Must be the owner of record and occupy the house as of January 1 of the assessment year.
How do I apply for this exemption?
You can apply through the
online exemption portal for this exemption. You will be required to create an account if it is your first time accessing the portal. Additionally, you can call the County Assessment Office at (630) 208-3818 to have an application mailed to you. After initial approval, you will be mailed a renewal form each subsequent year.
35 ILCS 200/15-169
