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Vermont Program Eligibility

Discover if you — or a loved one — are eligible to save money with property tax relief.

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Property Tax-Aide features the Property Tax Credit, Homestead Declaration, and Renter Claim Credit programs in Vermont. Currently, there are no statewide programs specifically for older adults.

The information on this page is updated as new information becomes available by the relevant tax agencies.

 

 

Property Tax Credit

The Vermont Property Tax Credit assists homeowners with paying their property taxes. The maximum credit is $8,000, with a maximum of $5,600 for the education property tax portion and $2,400 for the municipal property tax portion. The credit will appear as a state payment on your 2025/2026 property tax bill.

Application Deadline

The Property Tax Credit Claim for 2026 is due on April 15. Generally, claims
cannot be accepted after October 15, 2026.

Am I eligible?

Homestead Declaration

In Vermont, all property is subject to education property tax to pay for the state’s schools. For the education property tax, property is categorized as either homestead or nonhomestead. All property is considered nonhomestead, unless it is declared as a homestead. The education property tax rate levied on homestead differs from the rate levied on non-homestead property.

The homeowner is responsible to claim the property as homestead and must apply annually.

Application Deadline

  • The Homestead Declaration for 2026 is due April 15 and no later than October 15, 2026. Your municipality may assess a penalty after the April due date.
  • The penalty is up to 3% if the nonhomestead rate is higher than the homestead education property tax rate or up to 8% if the nonhomestead education property tax rate is lower than the homestead rate.
  • The application must be submitted annually.
  • Application can be filed electronically or by mail.
Am I eligible?

Renter Credit Claim

The Renter Credit Program refunds eligible renters a portion of their rent paid based on HUD fair market rent guidelines.

Application Deadline

Your Renter Credit claim is due by April 15. You can still file until October 15, but a late fee may be deducted from your credit if you miss the initial deadline.

 

 

Am I eligible?

Property Tax-Aide has independently selected the property tax relief programs featured on this website that we think are the most relevant and beneficial to older adults. It is not an exhaustive list of all property tax relief programs available in each state. Please consult your local tax agency for a comprehensive listing of property tax relief programs in your area.

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