Williamsport, PA · Lycoming County
LERTA Application
This application requests a real estate tax exemption on improvements to commercial or industrial property in Williamsport and is completed by the property owner.
What this form is
The City of Williamsport LERTA Application requests an exemption from real estate taxes on improvements to commercial or industrial property. Applicants complete property, permit, assessment, ownership, improvement-cost, job-creation, and project-description fields. The instructions say to apply after building permit approval and within 30 days; after the project is completed, the applicant must submit the completed application, a $500 check, and an occupancy permit copy within 90 days of obtaining that permit.
Who needs it
Owners of commercial or industrial property seeking a real estate tax exemption for improvements may file this application after their building permit is approved.
How to submit it
The completed application, $500 check, and occupancy permit copy go to the LERTA Coordinator, Department of Community & Economic Development, 245 West Fourth Street, Williamsport, PA 17701.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated by the owner without a notary; the document lists no notarized or sworn attachment or related step.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Williamsport LERTA Application PDF.
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Complete The Application
Complete the required property and improvement information and have the owner sign and date it.
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Gather Required Items
After the project is completed, include a $500 check and a copy of the occupancy permit.
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Submit To The City
Send the completed application and required items to the LERTA Coordinator at the address listed in the instructions.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Williamsport LERTA Application for?
- It requests an exemption from real estate taxes on improvements to commercial or industrial property in Williamsport.
- Who can apply for a LERTA exemption?
- Property owners seeking an exemption for improvements may apply if they meet the requirements cited in the application instructions.
- Do I need a notary for the LERTA Application?
- No. The owner signs and dates this application; it lists no notarized or sworn attachment or related step.
- How do I submit the LERTA Application?
- Send the completed application, a $500 check, and a copy of the occupancy permit to the LERTA Coordinator at the address printed in the instructions.