Who should use the Enhanced STAR Exemption Application?

Use it if you already have a Basic STAR exemption and believe you qualify for Enhanced STAR, or if you have Enhanced STAR and need to reapply after a listed ownership change.

What must I submit with the application?

Submit Form RP-425-IVP and proof of income. The application also calls for proof of age when applicable; the assessor may request proof of residency or other documentation.

How do I submit the Enhanced STAR application?

Return the application and required documents to your local assessor by the applicable taxable status date. The form says not to file it with the state tax department.

Do I need a notary for the Enhanced STAR application?

No. All resident owners must sign and date the application, and the document does not require notarization.

Mexico, NY · Oswego County

No notary required

Application for Enhanced STAR Exemption

Property owners with an existing Basic STAR exemption use this application to request Enhanced STAR benefits for an eligible primary residence.

What this form is

This application requests an Enhanced STAR exemption, which reduces school tax liability for qualifying senior citizens. It is for owners who already have a Basic STAR exemption and believe they qualify, or Enhanced STAR recipients reapplying after certain ownership changes. The form asks about ownership, residence, age, income, and other STAR benefits, and requires supporting documents and Form RP-425-IVP.

Who needs it

Property owners with a Basic STAR exemption who may qualify for Enhanced STAR, or current recipients reapplying after a listed ownership change, should use this form.

How to submit it

Return the completed application to your local assessor with Form RP-425-IVP and proof of income by the applicable taxable status date. Include proof of age and other requested attachments when applicable.

About notarization

This document is signed and dated without a notary; all resident owners must sign and date the application.

How to submit this form

1
Download the Application
Download the Enhanced STAR Exemption Application and its required companion Form RP-425-IVP.
2
Complete the Application
Provide owner, property, residence, age, income, and other STAR benefit information.
3
Gather Supporting Documents
Include Form RP-425-IVP and proof of income; provide proof of age and other requested documents when applicable.
4
Submit to the Assessor
Return the signed application and required documents to your local assessor by the applicable taxable status date.

Frequently asked questions

Who should use the Enhanced STAR Exemption Application?: Use it if you already have a Basic STAR exemption and believe you qualify for Enhanced STAR, or if you have Enhanced STAR and need to reapply after a listed ownership change.
What must I submit with the application?: Submit Form RP-425-IVP and proof of income. The application also calls for proof of age when applicable; the assessor may request proof of residency or other documentation.
How do I submit the Enhanced STAR application?: Return the application and required documents to your local assessor by the applicable taxable status date. The form says not to file it with the state tax department.
Do I need a notary for the Enhanced STAR application?: No. All resident owners must sign and date the application, and the document does not require notarization.

Need something notarized?

This Application for Enhanced STAR Exemption doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Mexico form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.