Must have had active wartime service in the US Armed Forces and been
honorably discharged (copy of DD214). Must be a citizen and resident of
N.J. and have owned the property by October 1 of the pre-tax year. Wartime
service dates are listed on application. Surviving spouse must comply with the
above and not be remarried. The Veteran had to have been a resident of the State
of New Jersey at the time of his/her death.
DISABLED VETERANS PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION - Disabled Veterans and surviving spouses
of Disabled Veterans who have not remarried may be exempt from property taxes if they
meet all the requirements. Requirements include active wartime service in the US Armed
Forces, honorable discharge, owner of and occupancy of dwelling as principal residence,
be a citizen and domiciliary resident of New Jersey. Have a United States Veterans
Administration certification of wartime service-connected disability as described on form
or other wartime service-connected disability that is totally disabling and 100% permanent
in accordance with the VA Schedule and not so evaluated because of hospitalization or surgery
and recuperation. Surviving spouse of veteran who died on active wartime duty may also qualify.
If you are receiving a Senior Citizen or Disabled deduction, you must file an Annual Post Tax
Year Statement on or before March 1 of the post tax year.