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Full Resource Name:
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
Hours:
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 $5,000.
- 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 must be submitted by July 31, 2021.
- 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;
- Have total household income of $65,000 or less for Senior Freeze.
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:
- 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
Date of Official Change:
February 14, 2023
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