Delaware Senior School Property Tax Credit
State of Delaware Division of Revenue
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Delaware Senior School Property Tax Credit in its Dover, DE research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Provides an annual property tax credit to Delaware homeowners age 65 or older, or permanently disabled. Credit amount is up to 50% of school property taxes paid, maximum $800. No income limit.
Credit equals 50% of school taxes paid, capped at $800 per year
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Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
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Key Details
- Annual credit up to $800
- For homeowners 65+ or permanently disabled
- No income limit
- Covers 50% of school property taxes
- Must apply annually by September 30
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.
- 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: Annual application, typically by September 30
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Delaware Senior School Property Tax Credit in Dover, DE?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $800 annual credit. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Delaware Senior School Property Tax Credit in Dover?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It also carries a no-income-limit tag. 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 Delaware Senior School Property Tax Credit in Dover, DE?
Confirm the application route directly with State of Delaware Division of Revenue; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (302) 577-8200. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Annual application, typically by September 30.
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