Hart, MI · Oceana County
Affidavit for Disabled Veterans Exemption
Disabled veterans, their unremarried surviving spouses, or legal designees file this affidavit annually to request a property tax exemption for a qualifying homestead.
What this form is
This affidavit is used to apply for a property tax exemption for a qualifying homestead owned and used by a disabled veteran or an unremarried surviving spouse. The owner or legal designee must file it annually with the supervisor or assessing officer. It asks for owner, designee, and property information, eligibility acknowledgments, and certification, and requires supporting eligibility documents.
Who needs it
A disabled veteran, unremarried surviving spouse, or legal designee seeking the exemption for a qualifying homestead must file this affidavit annually.
How to submit it
File the affidavit with the supervisor or assessing officer any time after December 31 and before, or until the conclusion of, the December Board of Review.
About notarization
This affidavit is signed and dated without a notary; attach the required Veterans Affairs eligibility documentation and, if applicable, the legal designee’s letter of authority.
How to submit this form
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Download the Affidavit
Download the Disabled Veterans Exemption Affidavit.
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Complete the Form
Enter the owner, legal designee if applicable, and homestead property information, then complete the acknowledgments and certification.
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Gather Required Attachments
Attach the applicable Veterans Affairs eligibility letter or certificate. A legal designee must attach a letter of authority.
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File with the City
File annually with the supervisor or assessing officer after December 31 and before, or until the conclusion of, the December Board of Review.
Frequently asked questions
- Who can file the Disabled Veterans Exemption Affidavit?
- A disabled veteran, an unremarried surviving spouse of a disabled veteran, or their legal designee may file to seek the exemption for a qualifying homestead.
- What documents must be attached?
- Attach a copy of the applicable Veterans Affairs letter or certificate showing eligibility. A legal designee must also attach a letter of authority.
- How do I submit the affidavit?
- File it with the supervisor or assessing officer annually, any time after December 31 and before, or until the conclusion of, the December Board of Review.
- Do I need a notary for the Disabled Veterans Exemption Affidavit?
- No. The affidavit is signed and dated without a notary. Attach the required Veterans Affairs eligibility documentation and, if applicable, the legal designee’s letter of authority.