East Greenwich, RI · Kent County
Veterans, Widow of Veteran, and 100% Disabled Veteran Exemption Application
East Greenwich residents apply with this form for a property tax exemption as a veteran, a widow or widower of a veteran, or a 100% disabled veteran.
- 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
The application asks about the applicant’s residence, military service, disability status, and other property exemptions. It lists supporting documents to submit based on the exemption requested, such as discharge papers or a death certificate. The form states that applications must be received or postmarked by March 15 to receive the exemption on the upcoming tax roll. Submit the completed application and required documents to the Town of East Greenwich Assessor.
Who needs it
East Greenwich residents seeking a veteran, widow of veteran, or 100% disabled veteran exemption for their property submit this application with the applicable supporting documents.
Why it needs a notary
The applicant signs the sworn certification before a notary public; the form includes a Notary Public signature and commission expiration block.
How to get this notarized
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Download the Application
Get the East Greenwich Veterans, Widow of Veteran, and 100% Disabled Veteran Exemption Application.
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Fill Out the Form
Complete the applicant, residence, service, and exemption information, and gather the supporting documents listed for your exemption type.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange a remote online notarization with a commissioned online notary before signing the sworn certification.
- 4
Sign on Video
Show identification and sign the application during your online notary session.
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Submit to the Town
Send the notarized application and supporting documents to the Town Assessor by the form’s March 15 deadline.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from East Greenwich. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
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 apply for the East Greenwich veteran exemption?
- Complete the application, include the supporting documents listed for your exemption type, and submit it to the Town Assessor. The form says applications must be received or postmarked by March 15 for the upcoming tax roll.
- Do I need to sign this application in front of a notary?
- Yes. The application includes a sworn statement and a Notary Public block. Rhode Island permanently authorizes remote online notarization for its own notaries; a commissioned online notary can notarize your signature by video.
- What documents should I submit with the application?
- The form lists discharge papers or a DD214 for a veteran exemption; a death certificate and discharge papers or DD214 for a widow of veteran exemption; and a Veterans’ Administration award letter showing 100% disability plus discharge papers or DD214 for a 100% disabled veteran exemption.
- Where do I submit the completed application?
- Submit the application and applicable supporting documents to the Town of East Greenwich Assessor at 125 Main Street, East Greenwich, RI 02818. Confirm with the city or town clerk if unsure.