| Returning Veteran Homestead Exemption - Eligibility and Application Process
(35 ILCS 200/15-167) |
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| To Qualify: |
1) Must be an Illinois resident who has served as a member of the U.S. Armed Forces, Illinois National
Guard, or U.S. Reserve Forces and returned from active duty in an armed conflict involving the armed
forces of the U.S.
2) Must own or lease and occupy the property as a primary residence and be liable for paying the
property taxes
3) Property must be a residential single family home, town home, or condominium |
| Documents Needed: |
a) Proof of ownership of the property (recorded deed, title policy, etc.)
b) If discharged from active duty service, provide original Department of Defense DD Form 214 or a copy
certified by the County Recorder of Deeds or Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs or National Archives
Record Center
c) If still on active duty after returning home, provide one of the following:
1. DD220
2. Military orders and travel voucher that shows date of return from and armed conflict within the
assessment year
3. If you do not have the above, provide a letter from Unit Commander or Unit Personnel Office as proof
of active duty
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| Process: |
File all documents along with the application with County Supervisor of Assessments.
Application forms may be obtained from that office.
FILING DEADLINE IS OCTOBER 1ST.
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| Effect: |
The Returning Veterans Homestead Exemption provides a one-year only $5,000 exemption off the total assessed valuation in the taxable year that the veteran returns. This translates to a one-year only tax savings of approximately $250 to $400 depending upon the local tax rates.
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| Questions ?: |
Call the DuPage County Supervisor of Assessment at 630-407-5858 |
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