Senior Homestead Exemption

Senior Homestead Exemption Application

• Have reached age 65 during the tax year.
  
  
• Own and live in the property as your principal residence.
  
  
• Apply for the exemption at the township assessor's office or the Chief County Assessment Office.
  
  
• You will need to bring a copy of the deed to the property and proof of age with you when you apply. If the property is held in trust, you will also need a copy of the trust agreement indicating the beneficiary.
  
  
• This exemption lowers the equalized assessed value of your property by $4,000 and may be claimed in addition to the Homestead Limited Exemption.