Property Tax Exemption (VA Specially Adapted Housing)
Complete exemption from all property taxes on a home acquired through a VA Specially Adapted Housing grant.
State BenefitAlabamaTax Benefits
Verified September 30, 2026 against myarmybenefits.us.army.mil
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Tax Benefits — Alabama
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Survivors
- VA rating needed
- 100% or higher
- Estimated value
- Full property tax exemption
- Where it applies
- Alabama
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
What is Property Tax Exemption (VA Specially Adapted Housing)?
Property Tax Exemption (VA Specially Adapted Housing) is a Alabama tax benefits benefit for veterans, survivors. Complete exemption from all property taxes on a home acquired through a VA Specially Adapted Housing grant. Requires 100%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is Full property tax exemption.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Survivors
- Requires 100%+ VA disability rating
- Alabama residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Veteran who qualifies for a federal VA Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) grant under 38 U.S.C. 2102, or their unremarried surviving spouse. Must own and occupy the home. Regardless of property value. Legal basis: Alabama Code 40-9-20.
What Property Tax Exemption (VA Specially Adapted Housing) covers
Covers
Full exemption from all Alabama property taxes on the SAH-grant home.
How to apply for Property Tax Exemption (VA Specially Adapted Housing)
How to apply
File with your county Revenue/Reappraisal Office with VA documentation of the SAH grant.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
- Official source
- myarmybenefits.us.army.mil
- Apply at
- revenue.alabama.gov
Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about Property Tax Exemption (VA Specially Adapted Housing)
Who qualifies for Property Tax Exemption (VA Specially Adapted Housing)?
Property Tax Exemption (VA Specially Adapted Housing) is for Veterans, Survivors; requires 100%+ VA disability rating; alabama residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
What VA disability rating do I need for Property Tax Exemption (VA Specially Adapted Housing)?
Requires 100%+ VA disability rating.
How much is Property Tax Exemption (VA Specially Adapted Housing) worth?
The listed value is Full property tax exemption. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Property Tax Exemption (VA Specially Adapted Housing)?
Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Where can I verify Property Tax Exemption (VA Specially Adapted Housing)?
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.
Other Alabama Tax Benefits
- Military Retirement Pay State Income Tax ExemptionVaries by retirement pay (up to 5% savings)Full exemption of military retirement pay from Alabama state income tax.
- Property Tax Exemption (Permanently & Totally Disabled)Full property tax exemptionFull exemption from property taxes on home and up to 160 adjacent acres for permanently and totally disabled veterans.