Hanover, PA · York County
LERTA Tax Exemption Application
Property owners use this application to request a Borough real property tax exemption for eligible improvements to business or residential properties in the deteriorated area.
What this form is
This application requests a Borough real property tax exemption under the LERTA Program for eligible improvements to industrial, commercial, business, or residential property in Hanover’s deteriorated area. It asks for property and owner details, assessments before and after construction, estimated improvement costs, and a description of the work. Owners certify that required permits and fees are addressed and agree to the program’s conditions.
Who needs it
Owners of eligible property in Hanover’s deteriorated area who seek a Borough real property tax exemption for improvements should complete this application.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
No notary is required; the owners sign and date the application, which verifies the information under penalties for unsworn falsification.
How to submit this form
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Download the Application
Download the LERTA Tax Exemption Application PDF.
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Complete the Application
Enter the property and owner details, assessment information, estimated improvement cost, and description of proposed improvements.
- 3
Gather Assessment Documents
Attach a copy of the current tax assessment or current tax bill, as requested on the form.
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Sign and Date
The property owner or owners sign and date the application.
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Submit to the City
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Hanover LERTA application request?
- It requests a Borough real property tax exemption for eligible improvements and collects property and owner details, assessment amounts, estimated improvement costs, and a description of the work.
- Who should complete this application?
- Owners of eligible industrial, commercial, business, or residential property in Hanover’s deteriorated area may use it to apply for a Borough real property tax exemption on improvements.
- Do I need a notary for the LERTA application?
- No. Owners sign and date the application; its verification is made under penalties for unsworn falsification. The form does not require notarization.
- How do I submit the LERTA application?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
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This LERTA Tax Exemption Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Hanover form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.