How to apply for Property tax relief (Box Elder County) — Box Elder in Utah
Box Elder County Auditor
Who it's for
Box Elder County runs Utah's property tax relief programs for county homeowners, following state law. The Homeowner's Credit and Low Income Abatement is for low-income homeowners, or widows and widowers, age 67 or older. The County Low Income Abatement is for low-income homeowners over 67, or any age with a low-income hardship or disability. There are also exemptions for people who are certified legally blind and for veterans with a VA disability rating of at least 10%, and a property tax deferral for people 75 and older. Forms are on the county's Tax Relief & Tax Exemptions page. Call 435-734-3388 for more information and to get an application.
The county decides eligibility and the amount of relief under Utah law. Most programs need a new application every year.
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Discover my benefitsWhat you'll need
- Application form for the program, from the county Tax Relief page
- Call 435-734-3388 to ask what income proof to bring
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-435-734-3388
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Property tax relief (Box Elder County) — Box Elder. I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need application form for the program, from the county Tax Relief page, call 435-734-3388 to ask what income proof to bring — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"
Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.
Renewals
annual
Related programs
Other help that people in the same situation often look at.
- Tax ReliefUtah Circuit Breaker Homeowner's Credit (low-income property tax abatement, 67+ or widowed)Your county government, under Utah State Tax Commission rules
- Tax ReliefUtah Circuit Breaker Renter Credit (renters 66+ or widowed)Utah State Tax Commission
- Energy AssistanceHEAT utility assistance (Bear River Association of Governments) — Box ElderBear River Association of Governments (BRAG) — HEAT Program
- Energy AssistanceUtah HEAT (Home Energy Assistance Target): LIHEAP help with heating billsUtah Department of Workforce Services (DWS), Housing and Community Development, through local HEAT offices
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.