Tax Exemptions for Disabled, Seniors on Fixed Incomes Approved

Nassau County Legislator Dennis Dunne recently announced that the Legislature approved two pieces of legislation that will provide county property tax relief for senior citizens living with disabilities. These exemptions are limited to those residents who live on a fixed income that is described in the legislation. The legislation raises the income levels by approximately $2,500, therefore those people who qualified for last year's exemptions need to examine the new levels to determine if they qualify for a higher exemption. Dunne said about the legislation, "each year we provide assistance to seniors and the disabled living in Nassau County. We want these people to continue to live in and contribute to their communities." Anybody with questions regarding their eligibility may contact Legislator Dunne's office at 571-6215.

The following is a breakdown of the new income levels:

Annual Income Percentage Assessed Valuation Exemption From Taxation

Less than $24,000 50 percent

At least $24,000 but less than $25,000 45 percent

At least $25,000 but less than $26,000 40 percent

At least $26,000 but less than $27,000 35 percent

At least $27,000 but less than $27,900 30 percent

At least $27,900 but less than $28,800 25 percent

At least $28,800 but less than $29,700 20 percent

At least $29,700 but less than $30,600 15 percent

At least $30,600 but less than $31,500 10 percent

At least $31,500 but less than $32,400 5 percent