Connecticut Elderly Circuit Breaker Tax Relief
Connecticut Department of Revenue Services
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Connecticut Elderly Circuit Breaker Tax Relief in its Bridgeport, CT research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
State property tax relief program for elderly homeowners age 65+ with limited income. Provides a direct credit against property tax bills for qualifying seniors whose property tax exceeds a percentage of their total income.
Credit calculated based on property tax burden relative to income
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-05-25. How we verify our data.
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Key Details
- Property tax credit up to $1,500
- Age 65+ required
- Income limits apply
- File with state income tax return
- Reduces property tax burden
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: File with state tax return by October 1
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Connecticut Elderly Circuit Breaker Tax Relief in Bridgeport, CT?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $1,250. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Connecticut Elderly Circuit Breaker Tax Relief in Bridgeport?
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 Connecticut Elderly Circuit Breaker Tax Relief in Bridgeport, CT?
Confirm the application route directly with Connecticut Department of Revenue Services; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (860) 297-5962. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: File with state tax return by October 1.
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