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King County Assessments Department

Name: King County Assessments Department
Address: 201 South Jackson Street, Room 708, Seattle, WA 98104, Seattle, Washington, US
Telephone: (206) 296-3920

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Serves: Seattle, King County

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About this resource

This program grants property tax exemptions and deferrals for seniors, low-income individuals, those with disabilities, and veterans, with differing eligibility criteria for each initiative.

Application Process: Interested individuals can call or visit in person, with forms accessible online. For the Limited Income Deferral, the first half of the property taxes due by April 30 must be paid prior to applying for the deferral on the second installment, which is due by October 31. The interest rate for the deferral is calculated based on the average federal short-term rate plus an additional 2 percent. Applications must be submitted by September 1 each year.

Fees: There are no associated fees.

Who can use this

Senior Citizens/Disabled Exemption – Residents aged 62 and older, or veterans, with an annual household income of $58,423, must own and occupy their primary residence. Senior Citizens/Disabled Deferral - Residents aged 60 or older, or retired due to physical disability, with an annual household income of $67,411, must also own and occupy their primary residence to qualify for deferral of property tax liability. Limited Income Deferral – There are no age or disability restrictions. This deferral applies to the second installment of property taxes or special assessments for residents who have owned their property for five years, occupy it as their primary residence, and have an annual disposable income of $57,000. The total deferral cannot exceed 40% of the owner’s equity, and proof of equity value is required. Deferred taxes, along with accrued interest, will become a lien on the property until fully repaid.

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