Do I need a notary for this application?

No. The application has no notary block; the applicant and, if applicable, spouse sign and date it.

Who may qualify for real estate tax relief?

The form lists requirements including being age 65 or totally disabled before January 1 of the tax year, occupying and holding title to the dwelling, and meeting household income and net worth limits.

How do I submit the application?

Mail or drop off the application to the Commissioner of the Revenue at 497 Cumberland St., Room 101, Bristol, VA 24201.

What documents should I include?

The application lists income and asset records to provide when they apply, including the previous year's federal tax return, proof of income, and December bank statements.

Bristol, VA · City of Bristol

No notary required

Application for Real Estate Tax Relief for Elderly/Disabled

This application lets eligible elderly or disabled Bristol property owners request real estate tax relief by reporting household income, assets, and property information.

What this form is

Bristol residents use this application to request real estate tax relief for elderly or disabled property owners. The form says it must be filed every year between February 1 and May 1, and lists eligibility limits for age or disability, household income, and net worth. It asks for property and household details, income and asset information, supporting documentation, and applicant and spouse signatures.

Who needs it

Bristol property owners who meet the stated age or disability, occupancy, income, and net worth requirements must apply each year to request this relief.

How to submit it

Mail or drop off the application to the Commissioner of the Revenue, 497 Cumberland St., Room 101, Bristol, VA 24201.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the applicant and, if applicable, spouse sign and date the application.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the real estate tax relief application.
2
Complete The Application
Provide applicant, household, property, income, and net worth information, then sign and date the application.
3
Gather Supporting Documents
Include the income and asset verification documents that apply to your household; the form lists examples.
4
Submit To The Commissioner
Mail or drop off the application to the Commissioner of the Revenue at the address listed on the form.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for this application?: No. The application has no notary block; the applicant and, if applicable, spouse sign and date it.
Who may qualify for real estate tax relief?: The form lists requirements including being age 65 or totally disabled before January 1 of the tax year, occupying and holding title to the dwelling, and meeting household income and net worth limits.
How do I submit the application?: Mail or drop off the application to the Commissioner of the Revenue at 497 Cumberland St., Room 101, Bristol, VA 24201.
What documents should I include?: The application lists income and asset records to provide when they apply, including the previous year's federal tax return, proof of income, and December bank statements.

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This Application for Real Estate Tax Relief for Elderly/Disabled doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Bristol form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.