If you are a qualified Veteran, Widow of a Veteran, Senior Citizen, Disabled Person, or Surviving Spouse, you may be eligible for deductions which reduce your property tax liability by $250. Under certain conditions, combined deductions may be allowed (i.e.: both Veterans and Senior Citizens).
The Senior Citizen and Disabled Person Tax Deduction Form and Veteran Tax Deduction Form must me filed with the municipal assessor. Veterans must have served during periods specified in state law. A senior citizen must be over 65 as of December 31 of the pre-tax year. The claimant must be the owner and permanent resident in the dwelling and a legal resident of New Jersey. A surviving spouse must be at least 55 years old and not re-married.
More Information
For more information, visit the New Jersey Division of Taxation Website.