Lee County, IL · Lee County
Affidavit of Status of Exempt Property
This affidavit lets an exempt property owner’s authorized representative report property details and confirm whether ownership or use has changed.
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
- Blank form
- Download the PDF
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What this form is
The Chief County Assessment Office requires an annual affidavit for property exempt under Article 15 of the Illinois Property Tax Code, stating whether ownership or use has changed. The form asks for parcel addresses and current uses, exempt entity and representative contact information, and a signed declaration as of January 1. Attach a list of additional parcel details when reporting more than four parcels.
Who needs it
An authorized representative for an exempt property title holder or owner must file it annually, unless an exemption listed in the instructions is exempt from that requirement.
How to submit it
Return the completed affidavit on or before April 15 of each tax year to the Chief County Assessment Office, 112 E. Second Street, Dixon, IL 61021.
About notarization
No notary is required; the authorized representative signs and dates the form, and additional parcel details may be attached if reporting more than four parcels.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download the Affidavit
Download the Affidavit of Status of Exempt Property PDF.
- 2
Complete the Form
Enter the tax year, parcel addresses and current uses, entity and representative details, and the requested declaration.
- 3
Gather Additional Parcel Details
If reporting more than four parcels, attach a list of the additional parcel numbers, addresses, and current uses.
- 4
Submit to the County
Sign and date the affidavit, then return it to the Chief County Assessment Office by April 15 of each tax year.
Frequently asked questions
- Who files the Affidavit of Status of Exempt Property?
- An authorized representative for the property title holder or owner files the affidavit with the Chief County Assessment Office for property covered by the instructions.
- Do I need a notary for the Affidavit of Status of Exempt Property?
- No. The form has no notary block; the authorized representative signs and dates it. If reporting more than four parcels, attach a list of additional parcel numbers, addresses, and current uses.
- How do I submit the Affidavit of Status of Exempt Property?
- Return the completed form to the Chief County Assessment Office, 112 E. Second Street, Dixon, IL 61021, on or before April 15 of each tax year.
- What information does the affidavit ask for?
- It asks for parcel addresses and current uses, exempt entity and authorized representative contact details, and a declaration about ownership or use as of January 1.