Deadline to Apply for Pa. Property Tax and Rent Rebate is December 31st

WEST CHESTER (December 14) – State Senator Andy Dinniman reminded senior citizens and residents with disabilities that they have two weeks left to apply for Pennsylvania’s Property Tax and Rent Rebate (PTRR) Program.

The deadline to apply for the program is December 31.

“Every year many Pennsylvanians who are eligible for assistance never apply,” said Dinniman. “Meanwhile, these rebates can go a long way in easing the burden of property taxes for those in need. Those who have not yet applied this year have until the end of the month to get it in.”

The rebate program, funded by the Pennsylvania State Lottery, has helped seniors and adults with disabilities receive $5.9 billion in Property Tax and Rent relief since its inception in 1971. Thousands of Chester County residents have already applied this year, but many more who qualify for this vital assistance have yet to do so.

Recently, the rebate program was updated with the passage of Act 156 by the state legislature. Income eligibility guidelines for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program have changed so that income increases due solely to Social Security cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) no longer disqualify claimants from receiving rebates.

In addition, Dinniman reminded seniors to be wary of mailings and unsolicited offers that attempt to charge a fee for information about and assistance in applying for Pennsylvania’s Property Tax and Rent Rebate Program.

“Residents are not required to pay a fee to apply for the program. They can apply directly for free. Free applications and assistance are readily available at hundreds of locations throughout the state, including my West Chester District Office,” Dinniman said.

The Pennsylvania Property Tax and Rent Rebate Program provides property tax relief for senior citizens, widows and widowers over 50 years old, and disabled adults. This vital program provides a maximum rebate of $650 to eligible homeowners who make up to $35,000 per year and renters who make up to $15,000. Applicants may also exempt half of their Social Security when calculating their total income.

“Every eligible applicant should take advantage of this program,” Dinniman said. “If you think you may be eligible, I urge you to contact my district office. We will answer any questions you may have and assist you in completing an application.”

To receive a Property Tax or Rent Rebate application, check the status of an application already submitted, or for any additional information, individuals may contact Senator Dinniman’s District Office at 610-692-2112 or e-mail tarkatin@pasenate.com.

If you have already applied, you can check on the status of your PTRR application here.

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