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Exemptions and Credits
All forms for the following exemptions and credits are available in our office:
Homestead Tax Credit: Iowa residents who own and occupy their dwelling and the
land it is located on may file for homestead credit. To qualify for the credit, the
property owner must be a resident of Iowa and actually live on the property on July 1st
and for at least six months of every year. Applications must be filed by July
1st of the year the credit is claimed. Once approved, the credit remains in effect
until the person moves or sells the property.
Military Tax Exemption: Provided they are Iowa residents, property owners who
served in the U.S. Armed Forces of the United States who were honorably discharged and
performed at least 18 months of military service and honorably discharged because of a
service-related injury are now eligible for the military service property tax exemption
regardless of the time period in which the military service was performed.
Discharge must be recorded in the Recorder’s office, there is no charge to have
the discharge recorded. The exemption remains in effect until the property is sold or owner
moves out of the state. To see the new law
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Family Farm Tax Credit: Property owners of 10 or more acres of agricultural land, farmed
by the owner or a qualifying family member, may apply. Applications must be filed
before Nov. 1st. Family Farm tax credit claims filed after Nov. 1st of a given year
shall be considered as a claim filed for the following year. If the person farming
changes, notice must be provided to the Assessor’s office or a penalty may be assessed
to the property.
Forest Reserve Tax Exemption: Property owners of 2 or more eligible acres of land containing
at least 200 trees per acre may file for forest reservation tax exemption. Once
approved, the exemption continues as long as the land remains eligible or until owner requests
that the exemption be removed. February 1st deadline.
Fruit Tree Reserve Tax Exemption: Property owners of 2 or more eligible acres of land
containing at least 40 apple trees or at least 70 of other properly maintained fruit
trees per acre may file for fruit tree reserve tax exemption. The exemption must be
filed by February 1st. The exemption is for a period of eight years after planting.
Other
Urban Revitalization-Tax Abatement: Several cities in Louisa County offer tax
abatements to property owners who remodel/renovate existing structures and/or
construct new ones located within the city limits. Inquire at your city hall for
information.This form you get from the city in which you live, if they have
the revitalization or abatement plan in place.
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