Homestead Declarations and
Property Tax Adjustments

The Homestead Declaration is no longer required to be filed each year.  The declaration filed in 2010 remains on record until the homestead is sold or there is a change in the use of the homestead..

– Homestead Declaration (Form HS-131) and instructions
– Withdrawal of Homestead Declaration (Form HS-132) and instructions

Property Tax Adjustment Claim (NEW Form HS-145)
The Property Tax Adjustment Claim must be filed each year. Complete Schedule HI-144, Household Income, to determine your eligibility. Generally, household incomes of $97,000 or more do not receive an adjustment. Maximum property tax adjustment for 2012 is $8,000.

– Household Income(Form HS-144)
– Property Tax Adjustment Claim(Form HS-145)