Who is a veteran?

A veteran must have been a member of the United States armed forces who was discharged or released under honorable conditions. In addition, the veteran must meet one of these requirements:

  • Is receiving a nonservice-connected pension from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Received a combat or campaign ribbon or an expeditionary, medal for service in the Armed Forces of the United States
  • Served at least 179 consecutive days beginning after January 31, 1955
  • Served at least 91 consecutive days beginning on or before January 31, 1955
  • Served for 178 days or less and has a disability rating from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Served for 178 days or less and was discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions because of a service-connected disability
  • Served for at least one day in a combat zone

Alternate Requirements

  • The attendance at a school under military orders before active enlistment or regular tour of duty is not considered active service. Normal military training for duty as a reservist or member of a National Guard unit is not considered active service for this exemption.
  • The service member was discharged or released under honorable conditions because of a service-connected injury or illness before completion of the minimum service period described in the points listed above.

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1. What are exemptions?
2. Who qualifies for a Veteran's Exemption?
3. Who is a veteran?
4. What is a property tax deferral?
5. What deferral programs may I apply for?
6. How do I qualify for one of these deferral programs?
7. How do I apply for a deferral?
8. Does a non-profit organization have to pay property taxes?
9. Can a non-profit organization get an exemption on a bare piece of land to be used as a future building site?
10. We will be buying or leasing property after the April 1 filing deadline, can we still get an exemption?