What is the Homestead Exemption and how do I apply?
The Homestead Exemption is available to homeowners who have reached the age of 65 or who are disabled. This enables the Property Valuation Office to deduct $31,400.00 from the assessed value and the homeowner is then taxed only on the remainder of the assessed value. To apply for the Homestead Exemption, or for further questions, contact the Property Valuation Office at (606) 679-1812.
Senior citizens aged 65 and over and all permanently and totally disabled Washington County homeowners may obtain property tax relief on their principal residences by simply completing the homestead application and submitting it to the Auditor’s Office. Form DTE-105A is also available on the Forms page.
