East Greenwich, RI · Kent County

Income Credit Exemption Application

This application requests an East Greenwich income credit exemption for eligible older, totally disabled, disabled veteran, or legally blind residents who own and occupy the property.

Detailed form~25 min to notarize
  • licensed online notary
  • ~15 min average
  • Notarized PDF emailed

What you’ll need

  • Government-issued photo ID
  • Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
  • This form, ready to upload as a PDF

What this form is

East Greenwich residents use this application to request an income credit exemption from the Town Assessor. Applicants must meet the age or qualifying disability criteria, residency and occupancy rules, and household income limits stated on the form, and must provide income documentation. The application includes two affidavit options depending on whether a tax return was filed. It must be received or postmarked by March 15, 2026.

Who needs it

East Greenwich property owners who meet the form’s age or qualifying disability criteria, income limits, and residency and occupancy requirements may apply.

Why it needs a notary

The applicant signs Affidavit I or II, as applicable, and swears or affirms before a notary in the corresponding personal-appearance oath block.

How to get this notarized

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Get the Income Credit Exemption Application from the Town of East Greenwich.

  2. 2

    Complete The Form

    Enter applicant, property, and income information, and choose the affidavit that matches whether you filed a tax return.

  3. 3

    Gather Income Documents

    Attach a federal tax return if filed and proof of all other household income, as requested.

  4. 4

    Book An Online Notary

    Arrange a remote online notarization for the affidavit’s oath and personal-appearance block.

  5. 5

    Sign On Video

    Appear before the commissioned online notary and sign the applicable affidavit as directed.

  6. 6

    Submit To The Town

    Send the completed application and supporting documents to the Town of East Greenwich by the stated deadline.

Preview the form

The blank PDF straight from East Greenwich. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.

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You’ll need ID and a webcam.

A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.

Frequently asked questions

How do I complete the income credit exemption application?
Fill in the application and income details, attach the requested tax return and other income proof, then complete the affidavit that matches your tax-filing situation.
Do I need to sign the affidavit before a notary?
Yes. The form’s selected affidavit includes an oath before a notary. Signers should wait to sign until appearing before the notary.
Can I use an online notary for this form?
Rhode Island permits its commissioned notaries to perform remote online notarizations under R.I. Gen. Laws §§42-30.1-12.1 and 42-30.1-12.2. Check that the receiving office accepts the completed form.
Where and when do I submit the application?
The form says it must be received and/or postmarked by March 15, 2026. Confirm delivery instructions with the East Greenwich Assessor; confirm with the city or town clerk if unsure.

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