Lee County, IL · Lee County
Application for the Homestead Exemption for Persons with Disabilities
This application lets a person with a disability request a homestead exemption for an eligible property from the Lee County Chief County Assessment Officer.
At a glance
- Issued by
- City of Lee County · Lee County, Lee County, Illinois
- Notarization
- Not required: file this form without a notary.
- Official source
- leecountyil.com
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What this form is
Use Form PTAX-343 to request the Homestead Exemption for Persons with Disabilities for the assessment year entered on the application. It asks about the applicant, property, ownership, residence, and tax liability, and requires proof of ownership and disability. The form explains that applicants should contact the Chief County Assessment Officer to verify the county’s due date and that annual verification is required to continue receiving the exemption.
Who needs it
A person with a disability seeking this exemption for a property they own or have an eligible interest in and occupy as their principal residence should file this application.
How to submit it
File or mail the completed form to Lee County, CCAO, 112 E Second St, Dixon, IL 61021. For assistance and to verify the county’s due date, call (815) 288-4483.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; attach proof of ownership and one of the listed forms of disability documentation, or the specified physician’s statement if needed.
How to submit this form
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Download the Application
Download Form PTAX-343 for the Homestead Exemption for Persons with Disabilities.
- 2
Complete the Application
Enter the requested applicant, property, assessment year, eligibility, and ownership information.
- 3
Gather Required Documents
Attach proof of ownership and one of the listed forms of proof of disability.
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Sign and Date the Form
Sign and date the application; the form does not include a notary block.
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Submit to the County
File or mail the completed form to Lee County, CCAO, 112 E Second St, Dixon, IL 61021.
Frequently asked questions
- Who can apply for the Homestead Exemption for Persons with Disabilities?
- A person with a disability may apply if they meet the form’s eligibility requirements, including an eligible interest in the property, principal residence occupancy on January 1, and liability for property taxes.
- What documents must I attach to the application?
- Attach proof of ownership or an eligible property interest and one of the listed forms of proof of disability. If you cannot provide listed disability proof, the instructions describe submitting Form PTAX-343-A completed by a physician.
- Do I need a notary for the Homestead Exemption for Persons with Disabilities application?
- No. The application has a signature and date line but no notary block. Attach the required proof of ownership and disability; a physician’s statement may be needed if you cannot provide listed disability proof.
- How do I submit the Homestead Exemption for Persons with Disabilities application?
- File or mail the completed form to Lee County, CCAO, 112 E Second St, Dixon, IL 61021. Contact the CCAO to verify the county’s due date.