LAKE COUNTY CHIEF COUNTY ASSESSMENT OFFICE - Homestead Exemption for Persons with Disabilities
Address
18 North County Street
7th Floor
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 377-2050
www.lakecountyil.gov/494/Homestead-Exemption-for-Persons-with-Dis
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
AKA:
HEPD
Description:
Offers $2000 reduction in a property's Equalized Assessed Value to persons with disabilities. Offered in combination with General Homestead Exemption and Senior Homestead Exemption. Cannot be combined with disabled veterans exemptions (veterans should choose the exemption that is most beneficial to them).
Eligibility:
Property must be in Lake County
Applicants must:
- Be disabled under the Federal Social Security Act
- Own or have a legal or equitable interest in the property
- Have lived on the property on or before January 1of the tax year
Languages:
Spanish
Program Fees:
No fee
Intake Process:
Call for assistance, or visit website to apply using the Smart File portal
Documents Required:
- Photo ID
- Proof of residence
- Copy of Illinois Disabled Person Identification Card (PDF); or
- Proof of Social Security Administration Social Security Benefits (Award letter, verification letter, or annual cost of living adjustment); or
- Proof of Veterans Administration disability benefits; or
- Proof of Railroad or Civil Service disability benefits
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
Date of Official Change:
August 26, 2025
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Geography Served
- 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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