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The NEW YORK
STATE TAX RELIEF PROGRAM provides an
exemption from school taxes for owner-occupied, primary residences.
The three basic
levels that you may be qualified for are:
BASIC STAR
(Form RP-425)
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There is no age or
income limitation.
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It must be your
primary residence. Owner must live on the property.
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You do not need
to reapply each year, but if you move, you must reapply on the
new residence.
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You must present a
valid ID along with your current address.
ENHANCED STAR
(Form RP-425)
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65 years of age or
older by December 31, 2012 (exception: a husband and wife, or
sibling, only needs to be 65)
You must provide proof of age. (A drivers license, birth
certificate, passport, or Medicare card is acceptable.)
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Property must be
owned by the applicant or the applicant must retain "Life Use" in
the deed. Must be the primary residence.
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Income has to be
$79,050 or under and proof of income needs to be provided. If you
filed an income tax return for 2010, you must provide a copy.
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Senior citizens
who are
qualified may sign up for the STAR Income Verification Program which
allows the State to verify your continued eligibility for the
Enhanced STAR. Please see
Form RP-425-IVP for more information.
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You must reapply each year to keep
the Enhanced exemption in effect.
Low Income Senior (AGED
EXEMPTION)
(Form RP-467)
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If your income
is les than $31,500, you may qualify for the Aged Exemption.( This
will include the Enhanced Star)
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Income qualifications will be based on your 2011 tax return or year end
statements (if you do not file an income tax return.
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You must apply each year for this exemption
Application Deadline for all
exemptions:
MARCH 1, 2012
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