Do I need a notary for the alternative veterans exemption application?

No. The application calls for owner signatures and dates, not notarization. It may require supporting written evidence and a copy of the deed.

What information does the application ask for?

It asks for owner and property details, information about the veteran’s military service and eligibility, and whether the property is used for residential purposes.

What supporting documents may be needed?

The application calls for written evidence of service and other eligibility details where applicable, and a copy of the deed.

Alden, NY · Erie County

No notary required

Application for Alternative Veterans Exemption from Real Property Taxation

Property owners use this application to seek an alternative veterans exemption from real property taxation and provide information about the veteran and property.

What this form is

This application is for property owners seeking an alternative veterans exemption from real property taxation. It asks about ownership, the property’s use and residence status, and the veteran’s service, discharge, combat service, and disability rating. Applicants may need to attach written evidence, a copy of the deed, or other supporting documents, and all owners must sign the certification.

Who needs it

Property owners seeking the alternative veterans exemption should complete the application and provide information about the veteran and the property.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This document is signed and dated without a notary; the listed supporting documents include written evidence and a deed, with no notarized or sworn attachment specified.

How to submit this form

1
Download the Application
Download the alternative veterans exemption application PDF.
2
Complete the Application
Fill in the owner, property, residence, and veteran service information requested on the form.
3
Gather Supporting Documents
Attach applicable written evidence and a copy of the deed as requested.
4
Sign and Submit
Have all owners sign and date the certification, then submit the application to the city department named on the form.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the alternative veterans exemption application?: No. The application calls for owner signatures and dates, not notarization. It may require supporting written evidence and a copy of the deed.
How do I submit the application?: Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
What information does the application ask for?: It asks for owner and property details, information about the veteran’s military service and eligibility, and whether the property is used for residential purposes.
What supporting documents may be needed?: The application calls for written evidence of service and other eligibility details where applicable, and a copy of the deed.

Need something notarized?

This Application for Alternative Veterans Exemption from Real Property Taxation doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Alden form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.