Governor Approves Connecticut Veterans Property Tax Relief

Former U.S. military members can now take advantage of new property tax relief in Connecticut. Connecticut’s new veterans property tax relief exempts veterans with combat injuries from paying property taxes on their primary residence. The waiver is only available to veterans who have suffered a permanent and total disability as a result of active service.

Veterans Property Tax Relief in Connecticut – Who Can Get It?

Gov. Ned Lamont on Thursday announced legislation that would exempt veterans who are permanently and totally disabled due to active duty from certain taxes. The bill was approved unanimously.

“Connecticut is home to many veterans who have served our country. We want to ensure that they are properly cared for in their lives after they leave the military,” said Governor Lamont.

Those in favor of Connecticut’s veterans property tax break believe it will ease the financial burden on veterans who are unable to work. The bill was championed by State Rep. Anthony Nolan (D-New London), who also co-chairs the Veterans and Military Affairs Committee.

Representative Nolan said: “This is one of the greatest bills I have ever voted for. “I am very proud to see this bill pass unanimously and bipartisanly in the Legislature and to see Governor Lamont sign it into law,” he added. We recognize the challenges they may face due to their services and disabilities through financial relief and support.”

The exemption applies to primary residences owned by eligible military personnel in Connecticut. If an eligible veteran does not own a home, the exemption may apply to one vehicle owned by the veteran.

The exemption is only available to veterans who have served in the U.S. Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, or Space Force. Additionally, veterans must receive a total and permanent disability rating from the VA due to their time in service to qualify for the tax credit.

To claim veterans property tax relief in Connecticut, eligible veterans must contact their residential assessor. Property tax relief takes effect from October 1.

Similar relief measures in other states

Many states offer property tax exemptions to veterans. For example, New Jersey provides an annual property tax exemption to veterans who are 100% permanently and completely disabled from active duty. Exemptions may also apply to the surviving spouse or domestic partner/domestic partner of a qualified veteran.

Virginia also provides an estate tax exemption for certain veterans, their surviving spouses, and the surviving spouses of fallen service members. Montana has a similar program called the Montana Disabled Veterans (MDV) Property Tax Assistance Program.

Likewise, Maine offers a veterans exemption to anyone who served during a recognized war and is 62 years of age or older. Exemptions are also available for veterans who are 100% disabled or who became 100% disabled while serving. Eligible veterans can receive up to $6,000 under the veterans exemption.