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
Hours Vary - please call ahead to confirm hours of operation, if planning to visit your township assessors 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 tax exemption to lower the taxable equalized assessed value of the property up to $8,000.

Eligibility:

To qualify:

- Property must be the principal residence of the owner or applicant
- Can only receive tax exemption on one property (the principal residence)

Languages:

Spanish

Program Fees:

No fee

Intake Process:

Visit the local Township Assessor's office or Chief County Assessment Office. To locate the local Township Assessor, please visit the website at www.lakecountyil.gov/3266/Contact-Your-Assessor

Documents required:
- Photo ID
- Proof of residence

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Wishlist:

None

Volunteer Opportunities:

None

Legal Status:

City/County(Parish)

Date of Official Change:

May 2, 2024

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