To help make life more affordable for homeowners that are struggling financially, the Municipality of the District of Lunenburg has significantly expanded the Property Tax Rebate program.

The Property Tax Rebate Program is one of the ways that Council supports lower-income homeowners by granting a property tax rebate based on total household income. With the passing of the 2024/2025 municipal budget on April 9, 2024, Council revised the program significantly. Homeowners with household incomes under $51,840 are eligible to receive a rebate of up to $650. This represents a 14% increase over the 2023 amounts. In the 2023/24 tax year, 730 homeowners received the property tax rebate.

“We recognize that this is a very difficult environment for lower-income property owners,” says Mayor Carolyn Bolivar-Getson. “The Property Tax Rebate is one of the many ways the Municipality supports our residents encountering financial difficulties. Increasing the rebate amounts and thresholds will result in an estimated return of $753,400 to the residents who need the relief the most.”

Qualified applicants will see the rebate on their final property tax bill for the year. Applicants need to apply every year. Proof of income is required. Updated application forms are available at modl.ca/property-tax-exemptions.html. Applications are due by August 1; however, the Municipality will accept applications all year if funding permits.

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