Vet Pay ChartNew York disabled veteran property tax exemptions
Official state programs, rating thresholds and other eligibility conditions. Checked September 30, 2026.
Property tax relief by qualification
| Rating or status | Relief | Other qualifications |
|---|---|---|
| Service-connected disability | Additional assessed-value reduction equal to half the disability rating | Alternative veterans exemption; local adoption, dollar caps and primary-residence rules apply.Official rule |
| Service-connected permanent total disability | Optional full exemption from eligible taxable-status dates starting October 1, 2026 | Municipality must adopt it; VA must explicitly document permanent total status and all statutory eligibility conditions must be satisfied.Official rule |
Before you apply
Bring your current VA benefit or award letter and the documents required by the administering agency. Exemptions may require an application, county approval and renewal. Federal compensation and state benefit eligibility are separate.
Keep exploring
Sources for this page
- veterans.ny.gov —
- www.tax.ny.gov — pit/property/exemption/altvetoverview.htm
- veterans.ny.gov — new york state motor vehicle registration fee exemption
- myarmybenefits.us.army.mil — Benefit Library/State/Territory Benefits/New York
- parks.ny.gov — visit/passes/lifetime liberty pass
- parks.ny.gov — visit/passes/access pass
- hesc.ny.gov — programs policies and procedures/program description
- www.tax.ny.gov — pit/property/exemption/vetexempt.htm
Retrieved September 30, 2026. Published VA rates, official rules and eligibility terms control.