Redmond Offering Property Tax Relief For Some Residents

From the City of Redmond: Property tax bills for King County households are rising an average of 17 percent for 2018. King County offers two types of tax relief for senior citizens and disabled residents.

“We understand the financial burden such a large increase can place on many members of our community, especially those on fixed incomes,” said Mayor John Marchione. “We want to make sure all eligible residents are aware of their property tax relief options.”

The King County Assessor’s website provides the following details on how you may qualify for a property tax reduction/exemption:

• you have a total annual income of $40,000 or less (including social security income)
• you own and occupy a house, mobile home, condo or co-op as principle residence as of December 31 of the year prior to the year of application
• you are 61 years of age or older
• you are retired because of physical disability or
• you are a widow or widower at least 57 years of age, whose spouse had an exemption at the time of death

If you are a senior citizen or disabled you qualify for a deferral if:

• you have a combined disposable income of $45,000 or less
• you own and occupy a house, mobile home, condo or co-op as principle residence as of December 31 of the year prior to the year of application
• you are at least 60 years old when you file or
• you are retired because of a disability

To apply for a property tax deduction or deferral for seniors and those that may be disabled, visit www.kingcounty.gov and click on Departments, Assessor, Common Questions then Seniors. The direct link is https://www.kingcounty.gov/depts/assessor/Common-Questions/Seniorss.aspx.

For questions and more information about this press release contact Lisa Maher, Communications & Marketing Manager, at lmaher@redmond.gov or 425-556-2427. This press release is available at www.redmond.gov.

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