Illinois Accessibility Tax Credit for Homeowners

Illinois Department of Revenue

Available Senior & Disability

About This Program

Illinois state tax credit for home accessibility improvements to accommodate persons with disabilities. Credit equals 50% of qualifying expenses up to $5,000 per year.

Tax credit equals 50% of accessibility improvement costs up to $5,000 maximum

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-17.

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

Key Details

  • Tax credit up to $5,000
  • 50% of accessibility improvement costs
  • For modifications to accommodate disabilities
  • No income requirement
  • Claim on Illinois state tax return

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(217) 782-3336

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Your federal tax return for the year of the work (this benefit is claimed on your taxes, not through a separate application).
  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
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Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Claim on annual state tax return

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