Exemptions & Deferrals
In Oregon, some properties are eligible for a full or partial property tax exemption; most require an application. (https://www.oregon.gov/dor/forms/formspubs/property-tax-exemption_310-085.pdf)
Applications may be printed from this website or picked up from the Assessor's Office.
Veterans Exemption
Did you know that as a 40% or more disabled veteran or surviving spouse of a disabled veteran, you may be eligible to receive a Property Tax Exemption? (https://www.oregon.gov/dor/forms/FormsPubs/veteran-exemption-claim_303-086.pdf)
If you have any questions regarding this program, please feel free to contact:
Tyler Kinney
Veteran's Exemptions Clerk
541-396-7903
Senior or Disabled Deferrals
Disabled Citizens and Senior Citizens with low income can "borrow" money from the State of Oregon to pay property taxes.
Read more to see if you qualify for this program. (https://www.oregon.gov/dor/forms/FormsPubs/deferral-disabled-senior_490-015-1.pdf)
Property Tax Deferral – Two Types
1. Senior Citizens – Applicants must be age 62 on or before April 15 of application year.
2. Disabled Citizens – Applicants must be determined eligible to receive or be receiving Federal Social Security disability benefits on or before April 15 of the application year.
Residences may include: Manufactured structures, houseboats, multi-family units and income producing properties.
If you need more information you can contact:
Janice Hayre
Senior & Disabled Program Specialist
jhayre@co.coos.or.us
541-396-7916