The Tax Exemption Program for senior citizens and people with disabilities can reduce property tax liability for qualifying homeowners

VANCOUVER – The Clark County Assessor’s office property tax exemption specialists will be available to answer questions and enroll property owners in the county’s property tax relief program at an upcoming public event.

The Tax Exemption Program for senior citizens and people with disabilities can reduce property tax liability for qualifying homeowners. Eligibility is based on age or disability, home ownership, residency and income. Participants are not required to repay the taxes, and their homes are not subject to property liens. 

Representatives will be presenting information about the program at the Battle Ground Senior Center Luncheon, which runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 12. It will be held at the Battle Ground Community Center, 912 E Main St.

Exemption specialists will be on hand to enroll applicants from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 16 at the Battle Ground City Council Chambers, 109 SW First St., second floor.

To schedule an appointment for the event, call 564.397.2391 or email taxreduction@clark.wa.gov. Walk-ins also are welcome. Homeowners interested in attending should bring photo ID, federal tax return, W-2 and/or 1099, and any deduction documentation. 

Learn more about the program and apply online at https://assessor-property-tax-exemption-program-clarkcountywa.hub.arcgis.com/.

Information provided by Clark Co. WA Communications.