Veteran's and Active Duty Military Exemptions
Veteran's Exemptions
eligibility requirements
1. Veterans who have served ninety days active duty during the following time periods are eligible for the exemption:
Dates of Wars and Other Recognized Military Campaigns and Operations Under §27-103, as Amended by Public Act 03-85
For Property Tax Exemption Eligibility Under §12-81 (19) as of October 1, 2003
| World War II |
December 7, 1941 to December 31, 1946 1 |
| Korean Conflict |
June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 |
| Vietnam Era |
February 28, 1961 to July 1, 1975 |
| Lebanon |
July 1, 1958 to November 1, 1958 or September 29, 1982 to March 30, 1984 2 |
| Invasion of Grenada |
October 25, 1983 to December 15, 1983 2 |
| Operation Earnest Will |
February 1, 1987 to July 23, 1987 2 |
| Invasion of Panama |
December 20, 1989 to January 31, 1990 2 |
| Persian Gulf War |
After August 2, 1990 3 |
1 Pursuant to §12-86, twelve o'clock midnight on December 31, 1947 is the World War II termination date for purposes of granting a property tax exemption.
2 A person must have served in a combat or combat support role for the duration of a campaign lasting less than 90 days (i.e., the Invasions of Grenada and Panama) in order to qualify for a property tax exemption. A person must also have served in a combat or combat support role in Lebanon or in Operation Earnest Will, during the specified dates, in order to qualify for an exemption. An Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal is awarded to such individuals.
3 Although referred to as the Persian Gulf War, service in the Persian Gulf is not required, nor is service in a combat or combat support role. Service anywhere for at least 90 days, and timely filing of DD2-14, qualifies for an exemption commencing October 1, 2003.
2. Resident of Wethersfield by the October 1st assessment date.
3. Veteran's honorable discharge (DD214) filed with the Town Clerk's Office by September 30th.
Benefits and exemptions available
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Regular Veterans |
Disabled Veterans |
State Additional
(Low Income)
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Local Additional
(Low Income)
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| Filing Deadline: |
September 30th |
September 30th |
October 1st |
February 1st to October 1st |
| Benefit Amount |
$4,500 off Assessment |
$4,500 - $11,250 off Assessment with a disability rating of 10% to 100%
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Twice the regular exemption amount off of Assessment |
$7,000 off Assessment |
| Eligibility Requirements |
Served 90 days or more during defined periods of war (see above) and property owner as of Oct. 1st |
VA Disability rating (90 days service not required) |
Income requirements set by State OPM.
2022 Filing income:
Single: $38,100
Married: $46,400*
2022 Filing Income - Subject to change for 2023
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Income requirements set by State OPM.
2022 Filing income:
Single: $38,100
Married: $46,400*
2022 Filing Income - Subject to change for 2023
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| Proof/Application Required |
No application Required
Must file DD214 or discharge papers with the Town Clerk by September 30th
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File VA Disability rating letter with the Assessor's Office - Filed Once (unless rating changes) |
Application Filed Every 2 Years
SS1099 and income tax return required with application
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Application Filed Annually
SS1099 and income tax return required with application
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| Available to Surviving Spouse? |
Spouse continues deceased Veterans exemption until remarried |
Spouse continues deceased Veterans exemption until remarried |
Spouse continues deceased Veterans exemption until remarried |
Spouse continues deceased Veterans exemption until remarried |
Active Duty Military Exemptions
Active Duty Military - Connecticut Residents
Connecticut residents currently serving on active duty (including Reserves and National Guard) are eligible for the 100% exemption of one motor vehicle. They must be a current resident of Connecticut, and the property owner as of October 1st. A completed application for exemption must be filed with the Assessor's Office annually by December 31st following the tax due date.
Active duty military - non connecticut residents
The Federal Service Member Civil Relief Act (SCRA) mandates that any out of State Resident serving in Connecticut on Active Duty Status have all motor vehicles fully exempted from property taxes. The Active Duty Servicemember can not be registered to vote in CT and have a current out of state license. A completed application for exemption must be filed with the Assessor's Office annually by December 31st following the tax due date.
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