How to apply for Oregon Disabled Veteran or Surviving Spouse Property Tax Exemption

Who it's for

Oregon takes part of a home's assessed value off the property tax roll for a disabled veteran, or for the surviving spouse or registered domestic partner of a veteran. In 2026 the exemption is $27,092 of assessed value, or $32,512 when the VA or a branch of the Armed Forces certifies a service-connected disability of 40% or more. The amount goes up 3% each year. A veteran rated 40% disabled or more by the VA or the military qualifies with no income limit. A surviving spouse or partner who has not remarried can qualify even if the veteran was never disabled. You must own the home and live in it. File the claim form with your County Assessor by April 1. Most people file only once.

What you'll need

• Disabled Veteran or Surviving Spouse Exemption Claim, Form 150-303-086, filed with the County Assessor
• VA or Armed Forces letter certifying a disability of 40% or more (or a licensed physician's certification, refiled each year)
• DD-214 or other proof of discharge under honorable conditions
• For a surviving spouse or partner: the veteran's death certificate and proof of marriage or registered domestic partnership

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Oregon Disabled Veteran or Surviving Spouse Property Tax Exemption. 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 disabled Veteran or Surviving Spouse Exemption Claim, Form 150-303-086, filed with the County Assessor, vA or Armed Forces letter certifying a disability of 40% or more (or a licensed physician's certification, refiled each year), dD-214 or other proof of discharge under honorable conditions — 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.

Step by step

1. Check that you meet the basic rules before you apply. You must own the home and live in it. The veteran must have been discharged under honorable conditions and meet Oregon's service-length rules. A surviving spouse or registered domestic partner must not have remarried.
2. Gather the claim form and proof documents. File the Disabled Veteran or Surviving Spouse Exemption Claim, Form 150-303-086, with your County Assessor. Include DD-214 or other proof of discharge under honorable conditions.
3. Add disability proof if you are applying as a disabled veteran. Include a VA or Armed Forces letter certifying a disability of 40% or more. If you use a licensed physician's certification instead, include that certification.
4. Add survivor documents if you are applying as a surviving spouse or registered domestic partner. Include the veteran's death certificate and proof of marriage or registered domestic partnership.
5. Apply with your County Assessor by April 1. You can apply online or call 1-503-945-8293 for help with the Oregon process.
6. Refile if your situation changes. File again by April 1 if ownership or use of the home changes. File every year if a physician, not the VA, certifies the disability.

What to expect: After you apply, the County Assessor reviews your claim and makes the final decision. Processing times vary, so ask the agency for an estimate if needed. Most people file only once. If you use a physician's certification, you must refile every year. If ownership or use of the home changes, refile by April 1. Oregon also allows some people with a 40% disability rating to qualify, including some surviving spouses or partners who have not remarried.

Renewals

one-time claim; refile by April 1 if ownership or use of the home changes, or every year if a physician (not the VA) certifies the disability