LAKE COUNTY CHIEF COUNTY ASSESSMENT OFFICE - General Homestead Exemption

Address

18 North County Street
7th Floor
Waukegan, IL 60085

(847) 377-2050

www.lakecountyil.gov/436/General-Homestead-Exemption

Service Hours
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

If visiting local Township Assessor's Office, call to confirm service hours.

Description:

Offers tax exemption to lower the taxable equalized assessed value of the property up to $8,000.

Eligibility:

- Property must be in Lake County and the principal residence of the owner or applicant
- Individuals can only receive tax exemption on one property (principal residence)

Languages:

Spanish

Program Fees:

No fee

Intake Process:

Call for assistance, or visit local Township Assessor's Office

Documents Required:
- Photo ID
- Proof of residence

Contacts

Program Contact Information

Primary Contact

Program Contact Information

(847) 377-2050

assessor@lakecountyil.gov

Phone Numbers

Primary Program Phone

(847) 377-2050

Address Listings

Physical (Primary)

18 North County Street
7th Floor
Waukegan, IL 60085

Mailing

18 North County Street
7th Floor
Waukegan, IL 60085

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Wishlist:

None

Volunteer Opportunities:

None

Date of Official Change:

August 26, 2025

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