NC/Mecklenburg Elderly or Disabled Homestead Exclusion
Mecklenburg County Assessor's Office, NC General Statutes §105-277.1
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs NC/Mecklenburg Elderly or Disabled Homestead Exclusion in its Charlotte, NC research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
North Carolina permanently reduces property taxes for homeowners age 65+ or totally and permanently disabled with income at or below $38,800 (2025 threshold). The exclusion removes the greater of $25,000 or 50% of the home's appraised value from the taxable base. Apply annually with the Mecklenburg County Assessor's Office by June 1.
Estimated annual tax savings based on median Charlotte home value and Mecklenburg rate.
The cited general URL responded on 2026-07-21; it does not confirm this program or amount.
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Charlotte, NC, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- City of Charlotte Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Up to $40,000
- HouseCharlotte Down Payment Assistance Program Up to $80,000 (city employees); up to $30,000 general
- City of Charlotte Neighborhood Matching Grants Up to $25,000 per application (Tier I)
- Mecklenburg County Critical Home Repair Program Full cost of critical repairs, no dollar cap published
Key Details
- Must be 65+ or totally and permanently disabled
- Income limit: $38,800/year (2025 income threshold, verified annually)
- Excludes greater of $25,000 or 50% of home's appraised value
- Apply by June 1 to the Mecklenburg County Assessor
- Must be permanent residence owned and occupied in NC
How to Apply
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- 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.
- Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
- 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).
- Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Apply by June 1 annually
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for NC/Mecklenburg Elderly or Disabled Homestead Exclusion in Charlotte, NC?
The Grant Map record states: Excludes greater of $25,000 or 50% of assessed value from property taxes. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for NC/Mecklenburg Elderly or Disabled Homestead Exclusion in Charlotte?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It also carries a low-income tag. It carries a senior-related tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for NC/Mecklenburg Elderly or Disabled Homestead Exclusion in Charlotte, NC?
Confirm the application route directly with Mecklenburg County Assessor's Office, NC General Statutes §105-277.1; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 980-314-4226. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Apply by June 1 annually.
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