LAKE COUNTY CHIEF COUNTY ASSESSMENT OFFICE - Veterans Property Tax Assistance
Address
18 North County Street
7th Floor
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 377-2050
www.lakecountyil.gov/466/Veterans-Disabled-Persons
Service Hours
Hours vary - call ahead to confirm hours of operation if planning to visit your local 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 the following tax exemptions to veterans and individuals with disabilities:
Disabled Veterans Exemption:
Veteran, veteran's spouse, or unmarried surviving spouse is exempt from property taxes. Offers up to $100,000 of the equalized assessed value of a home owned.
Returning Veterans Exemption:
Lowers the equalized assessed value of the residence by $5,000 for two consecutive tax years. Includes the tax year and the following year that the veteran returns from active duty. Must owned the home on Jan.1st of the tax year.
Standard Exemption for Veterans with Disabilities:
Provides a reduction in assessed value of residence occupied by a veteran with a disability, or the veteran's surviving spouse.
Eligibility:
To qualify;
- Must be a veteran; and
- Property must be the principal residence of the owner or applicant.
Languages:
None
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:
- DD214 or Military orders
- Travel vouchers
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:
February 14, 2023
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- Illinois
- Lake County
- Lake County
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