Disabled Veterans Homestead Deduction

About This Program

DC reduces the assessed value of a qualifying veteran's primary residence by $445,000, resulting in approximately $3,780 in annual property tax savings. Eligible veterans must have a total and permanent service-connected disability (100% rating or IU) as certified by the VA. Household income must be under $163,500 (TY2026). This deduction cannot be combined with the Senior/Disabled Tax Relief or Assessment Cap Credit.

DC residential tax rate ~$0.85/$100 × $445,000 deduction ≈ $3,782/yr savings.

Key Details

• $445,000 assessed value reduction – ~$3,780/yr tax savings
• Must have 100% total & permanent VA disability rating
• Household income below $163,500 (TY2026)
• Apply via MyTax.DC.gov
• Cannot be combined with Senior/Disabled Tax Relief

How to Apply

Deadline: Apply by September 30 for following tax year