Illinois Home Accessibility Tax Credit

Illinois Department of Revenue

Available Senior & Disability

About This Program

Illinois income tax credit for qualifying home accessibility improvements made for persons with disabilities. Covers ramps, widened doorways, modified bathrooms, grab bars, and other permanent accessibility modifications.

Tax credit equals qualified expenditures up to $2,500 annually

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 $2,500 for accessibility improvements
  • Available to Illinois homeowners
  • Household member must have disability
  • Covers permanent accessibility modifications
  • Claimed on Schedule IL-1040

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(800) 732-8866

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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: Claimed on annual Illinois tax return

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