Are there programs to assist senior citizens in paying their property taxes?
Yes, The State of Colorado currently has three programs to assist senior citizens in paying their property taxes. • The Tax Deferral program. Basically, any homeowner over the age of 65 can file for a tax deferral on his or her primary residence. There are several other qualifications that must be met. Tax deferral applications must be made to the treasurer each year. If approved, the State will pay the taxes for that year and attach a lien to the property. The lien will accrue interest at a rate set by statute and will become due and payable upon the sale of the property or the death of the applicant. Applications may be obtained from the Yuma County Treasurer or you may contact us by email at treasurer@co.yuma.co.us. • The Senior Property Tax Exemption program. Any homeowner who was 65 years or older on January 1st, has owned the property for more than 10 years as of January 1st, and resides in the home can apply for this exemption. Applications are made one time and only to the Yuma
