Cape Elizabeth Senior Tax Relief Program
On September 9, 2024, the Town Council voted unanimously to approve the recommendation from the Ordinance Committee to amend Chapter 27 of the Property Tax Assistance Ordinance for senior tax relief. The amendments raise the income limit to $70,000 and introduce a system of tiered benefits with maximum benefits increasing from $500 to $750-$1,500 based on income. This simplifies the process and provides a more predictable relief for participants, ensuring a sense of security.
TAX RELIEF TIERS:
| APPLICANT INCOME | PAYMENT |
| $0 - $30,000 | $1,500.00 |
| $30,000 - $50,000 | $1,000.00 |
| $50,000 - $70,000 | $750.00 |
QUALIFICATIONS FOR TAX RELIEF:
| Age | 65 years or older |
| Property Owner for… | 10 years or more |
| Homestead Exemption | Already receiving it |
| Federal Adjusted Gross Income | $70,000 or less* |
| Benefit Cap | $750 - $1,500 (based on income) |
| Taxes | Exceed 5% of Federal Adjusted Gross Income |
| Application form | Available here |
| Application due date | November 18, 2024 |
| Assessor letter to residents | Available here |
| Assessor report to Council on | 1st Council Meeting in December |
| Checks to applicants by | End of January 2025 |
If you have additional questions, please contact the Assessor, Clinton Swett, at (207) 799-1619 or email
Clinton.swett@capeelizabeth.org.
SENIOR SERVICES & RESOURCES:
General Information
Phone Numbers
207-799-1619
Monday
7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday - Thursday
7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.