Property Tax Exemption -- Clause 22 (10%+ Disability)
Approximately $400 property tax exemption for veterans with 10%+ service-connected disability.
Who qualifies
- Requires 10%+ VA disability rating
- Massachusetts residency
How to apply
$400 base ($800 if doubled under HERO Act 22J)
Apply through the official Massachusetts agency.
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Eligibility
Veteran with 10% or more service-connected VA disability. Must own and occupy property as domicile as of July 1 of the tax year. Must have lived in MA for 6+ months before entering service, OR 5 consecutive years before filing. Application due April 1.
Covers
$400 base statutory exemption (MGL Ch. 59 §5 Cl. 22). Under HERO Act local options, municipalities may double the amount to $800 (Clause 22J) and/or annually CPI-adjust it (Clause 22I).
How to apply
Apply through your local assessor's office. Annual filing required.
Always confirm current rates and rules with the Massachusetts state agency before applying.
Other Massachusetts Tax Benefits
Military Retirement Pay Income Tax Exemption
Military retirement pay is fully exempt from Massachusetts state income tax.
Full retirement pay exemption
VA Disability Pension Income Tax Exemption
VA disability pensions are fully exempt from Massachusetts state income tax.
Survivor Benefit Plan Income Tax Exemption
SBP payments are fully exempt from Massachusetts state income tax.
Property Tax Exemption -- Clause 22A (Loss of One Limb/Eye)
For veterans who lost or lost use of one hand, foot, or eye in service. Approximately $750 property tax exemption.
$750 base ($1,500 if doubled under HERO Act 22J)
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