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Low-Income Seniors and Persons with Disabilities Property Tax Reduction Program
Property tax relief for eligible low-income homeowners
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- Funding available
- $ 575
- Deadline
- January 1, 2027
- Location
- Burlington, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This City of Burlington program provides a $575 property tax reduction for eligible low-income seniors and persons with disabilities. It applies to residential property owners who meet the stated residency and ownership conditions.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $575
- Minimum funding
- $575
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Burlington
- Ontario
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Canadians
- Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Low-income seniors
- Low-income persons with disabilities
- Owners of residential property in Burlington
Who is not eligible
- Owners who own more than one property in Burlington
- Owners who no longer own the property on December 31 of the claimed year
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Tax arrears are not covered.
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Burlington
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application form
- Use the City-prescribed form.
- Prepare supporting documentation to prove eligibility.
- Step 2: Submit to the Treasurer
- Send the written application to the Treasurer.
- Ensure it is received by December 31 of the claimed year.
- Step 3: Wait for review
- The Treasurer reviews the application.
- If approved, the tax reduction is applied to the eligible property taxes.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Supporting documentation proving eligibility
Selection criteria
- Eligibility under the by-law requirements.
- Required documentation provided with the application.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Treasurer.
- Applicants must submit written applications with supporting documents.
- Approved reductions are applied against City property taxes.
Additional information
- Applications must be submitted on the City’s prescribed form.
- A separate application is required for each year claimed.
- The reduction does not apply to tax arrears.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Low-Income Seniors and Persons with Disabilities Property Tax Reduction Program Program
What is the Low-Income Seniors and Persons with Disabilities Property Tax Reduction Program?
This City of Burlington program provides a $575 property tax reduction for eligible low-income seniors and persons with disabilities. It applies to residential property owners who meet the stated residency and ownership conditions.
How much funding can be received?
Low-Income Seniors and Persons with Disabilities Property Tax Reduction Program Funds up to $575 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is January 1, 2027.
Who is eligible for the Low-Income Seniors and Persons with Disabilities Property Tax Reduction Program program?
To be eligible for the Low-Income Seniors and Persons with Disabilities Property Tax Reduction Program program, you must:
Low-income senior or person with disabilities
Residential owner-occupied property
One-year ownership requirement
Where is the Low-Income Seniors and Persons with Disabilities Property Tax Reduction Program available?
The Low-Income Seniors and Persons with Disabilities Property Tax Reduction Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Low-Income Seniors and Persons with Disabilities Property Tax Reduction Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Low-Income Seniors and Persons with Disabilities Property Tax Reduction Program is a Tax Credits
Who are the financial supporters of the Low-Income Seniors and Persons with Disabilities Property Tax Reduction Program?
Low-Income Seniors and Persons with Disabilities Property Tax Reduction Program is funded by City of Burlington