New York State STAR Property Tax Exemption
New York State Department of Taxation and Finance
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs New York State STAR Property Tax Exemption in its Amherst, NY research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
School Tax Relief (STAR) program provides property tax exemption for owner-occupied primary residences. Basic STAR available to homeowners with income under $500,000; Enhanced STAR for seniors 65+ with income under $92,000 provides higher benefits.
Exemption amount varies by school district; estimate shown is typical savings in Erie County
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
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Key Details
- Property tax exemption on school taxes
- Basic STAR: income under $500,000
- Enhanced STAR: age 65+ and income under $92,000
- Must be owner-occupied primary residence
- Register once; automatically renewed
How to Apply
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Your federal tax return for the year of the work (this benefit is claimed on your taxes, not through a separate application).
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
- Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Register by March 1 for following tax year
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Frequently asked questions
What audience tags are recorded for New York State STAR Property Tax Exemption in Amherst?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It carries a senior-related tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for New York State STAR Property Tax Exemption in Amherst, NY?
Confirm the application route directly with New York State Department of Taxation and Finance; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (518) 457-2036. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Register by March 1 for following tax year.
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