NC Disabled Veteran Homestead Property Tax Exclusion

About This Program

Qualifying disabled veterans receive a property tax exclusion on the first $75,000 of their home's appraised value (effective tax years beginning July 1, 2025; increasing to $125,000 as of July 1, 2026). Eligible veterans must have a 100% permanent total service-connected disability or receive VA specially adapted housing benefits. There are no income or age requirements.

Annual tax savings based on Mecklenburg County rate applied to $75,000 exclusion.

Key Details

• 100% permanent total service-connected disability OR specially adapted housing benefit required
• No income or age limit
• First $75,000 of home value excluded from taxes (2025–2026); $125,000 starting July 2026
• Submit VA certification (Form NCDVA-9) with Mecklenburg Assessor by June 1
• Cannot be combined with Circuit Breaker deferral

How to Apply

Deadline: Apply by June 1 annually