Who can apply for the clergy property tax exemption?

The form is for qualifying clergy members or their unremarried surviving spouses who meet its residency and other eligibility requirements.

What supporting documents may be required?

The application may require proof of ownership, documentation of impaired health, or proof of age. The form says some documents need only be submitted once.

Do I need a notary for the clergy tax exemption application?

No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. Attach supporting documents where required.

How do I submit the clergy tax exemption application?

File it with the city or town assessor who prepares the assessment roll. The form advises contacting the assessor about the applicable taxable status date.

Pound Ridge, NY · Westchester County

No notary required

Application for Partial Tax Exemption for Real Property of Members of the Clergy

Members of the clergy or eligible surviving spouses file this application with the assessor to request a partial property tax exemption.

What this form is

This application requests a partial property tax exemption for qualifying clergy members or their unremarried surviving spouses who meet the form’s residency and eligibility requirements. It asks for owner and property details, information about religious or secular work, and the basis for the exemption. Applicants file annually with the assessor; proof of ownership, age, or impaired health may be required depending on the application.

Who needs it

A clergy member or eligible unremarried surviving spouse seeking the exemption must file this application annually with the assessor.

How to submit it

File the application with the city or town assessor who prepares the assessment roll. The form says Westchester County towns have a May 1 or June 1 taxable status date and advises contacting the assessor.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; the signer just signs and dates it, with supporting documents attached where required.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the clergy property tax exemption application.
2
Complete The Application
Provide owner and property details and answer the questions about eligibility, religious duties, and other employment.
3
Gather Supporting Documents
Attach proof of ownership and, when applicable, documentation of impaired health or age.
4
Submit To The Assessor
File the application with the city or town assessor who prepares the assessment roll; contact the assessor about the taxable status date.

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for the clergy property tax exemption?: The form is for qualifying clergy members or their unremarried surviving spouses who meet its residency and other eligibility requirements.
What supporting documents may be required?: The application may require proof of ownership, documentation of impaired health, or proof of age. The form says some documents need only be submitted once.
Do I need a notary for the clergy tax exemption application?: No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. Attach supporting documents where required.
How do I submit the clergy tax exemption application?: File it with the city or town assessor who prepares the assessment roll. The form advises contacting the assessor about the applicable taxable status date.

Need something notarized?

This Application for Partial Tax Exemption for Real Property of Members of the Clergy doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Pound Ridge form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.