How to apply for Real Estate Tax Relief for the Elderly & Disabled — Yakima

Who it's for

Yakima County offers real estate tax relief (exemption) for homeowners who are 61 or older or permanently disabled. Total household income must be $45,000 or less. RCW 84.36.381 senior/disabled exemption. Yakima County assessor page lists the three exemption tiers $0-$33,000, $33,001-$39,000, and $39,001-$45,000 and the age rule verbatim. Matches the DOR county income-thresholds publication for tax years 2024-2026 (https://dor.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2023-08/Income_ThreshTY24-26.pdf, linked from https://dor.wa.gov/taxes-rates/property-tax/senior-citizens-and-people-disabilities-exemption-and-deferred-income-thresholds): Yakima thresholds $33,000 / $39,000 / $45,000, deferral threshold $48,005. Verbatim_caveat: the DOR per-county figures are in a PDF; the assessor HTML page above states the dollar tiers and age 61 directly. Apply through the county assessor's office.

What you'll need

• Proof of age or permanent disability
• Income documentation for all household members
• Statement of assets/net worth (excluding the home)
• Proof the home is the primary residence in Yakima County

Where to apply

What to say when you call

“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Real Estate Tax Relief for the Elderly & Disabled — Yakima. 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 proof of age or permanent disability, income documentation for all household members, statement of assets/net worth (excluding the home) — 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

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