LAKE COUNTY CHIEF COUNTY ASSESSMENT OFFICE - Senior Property Tax Assistance
Address
18 North County Street
7th Floor
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 377-2050
www.lakecountyil.gov/447/Seniors
Service Hours
Hours vary - call ahead to confirm hours of operation if planning to visit your township's assessor's office
Administrative 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
Description:
Offers various programs to help seniors save money on their property taxes. Programs include the following:
Senior Homestead Exemption
Lowers the equalized assessed value of the property by $8,000.
Low-Income Senior Citizen's Assessment Freeze
Provides protection against real estate tax increases for seniors with limited income. It is not a tax freeze or a tax reduction and does not protect against increased taxes due to tax rate increases. Applications are due by July 31 of each year.
Senior Citizen Deferral Program
Allows senior citizens to defer part or all the property taxes on their residence.
Eligibility:
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be 65 years of age or older
- Own and live in the property as their principal residence
- For Senior Freeze Program - must have total household income of $65,000 or less
Languages:
Spanish
Program Fees:
No fee
Intake Process:
Visit the local Township Assessor's office or Chief County Assessment Office.
Visit online to use Smart File application at: https://lakecountyilpaefile.tylertech.com/lake_il_sf
Documents required:
- Photo ID
- Proof of residence
- Proof of ownership (Trust documentation, if applicable)
- Proof of Income
Contacts
Program Contact Information
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
Legal Status:
City/County(Parish)
Date of Official Change:
October 30, 2024
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- Illinois
- Lake County
- Lake County
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Geography Served
- Illinois
- Lake County
- Lake County
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
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