Romeoville, IL · Will County
Real Estate Transfer Tax – Certificate of Exemption
Property transfer parties use this certificate to explain why a deed is exempt from Romeoville’s real estate transfer tax and submit it with the original conveyance document.
What this form is
This certificate lets the parties to a property transfer identify an exemption from Romeoville’s real estate transfer tax and explain which exemption applies. It asks for the property identification number, transferor and transferee, legal description or deed, property address, exemption reason, and signer’s address and signature; the clerk completes the approval section.
Who needs it
Parties seeking a Romeoville real estate transfer tax exemption complete this certificate and submit it with the original deed, assignment, or other transfer instrument.
How to submit it
Submit the form with the original deed, assignment, or other instrument of conveyance or transfer. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the signer declares the information true and correct and signs and dates the certificate.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Certificate
Download the Real Estate Transfer Tax Certificate of Exemption.
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Complete The Form
Enter the property and transfer details, identify the exemption, explain the reason, and sign and date the certificate.
- 3
Gather The Required Document
Include the original deed, assignment, or other instrument of conveyance or transfer.
- 4
Submit To The City
Submit the completed certificate and original transfer instrument to the city; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Real Estate Transfer Tax Certificate of Exemption?
- It is a certificate for property transfer parties to identify and explain an exemption from Romeoville’s real estate transfer tax.
- What must I submit with the certificate?
- The form says to submit the original deed, assignment, or other instrument of conveyance or transfer. A copy of the deed may be attached in place of the legal description.
- Do I need a notary for the Real Estate Transfer Tax Certificate of Exemption?
- No. The document is signed without a notary; the signer declares the facts true and correct and signs and dates the certificate.
- How do I submit the exemption certificate?
- Submit it with the original deed, assignment, or other instrument of conveyance or transfer. The form does not provide a submission address or department contact, so check the city website for current details.