Town of Darien: Tax Assessor's Office

Veteran's Exemptions Disability Exemption
Blind Exemption Circuit Breaker Program
In-Service Exemption

Veteran's Exemptions

A veteran is described as a person who has served in the armed forces. To be eligible for this exemption a veteran must have served during an active period of war for at least 90 days, received an honorable discharge, and have his/her discharge file with the town clerk prior to October 1.

Note: If you are entitled to a disability pension as determined by the Veteran's Administration whether you served during an active period of war or not, you are eligible for a disabled Veteran's Exemption. You must file your percentage of disability rating (Form 20 5444) every October with the Assessor. A portion of this exemption reimbursed by the State Of Connecticut to the Town of Darien.

Local Veteran's Exemption (No Income Required)
If you qualify for the above exemption you qualify for this exemption. This exemption is not reimbursed by the State and is by Town ordinance.

Additional Veteran's Exemption Income Requirement

Any veteran who is eligible for the veteran's exemption previously mentioned, and whose adjusted gross income meets certain guidelines, is eligible for twice the regular exemption. For the October 1, 2007 Grand List income requirements are as follows:

Single Veteran $ 29,800
Married Veteran $ 36,500

The above includes all income, non taxable and taxable.

Additional Veteran's Exemption Income Requirements for the Totally Disabled

Single Totally Disabled $18,000
Married Totally Disabled $21,000

Totally disabled veterans do not include Social Security in the income.
Note: You must file every two years. This exemption reimbursed by the State of Connecticut to the Town of Darien.

Blind Exemption

Any individual that presents verification from a physician that he/she is considered to be legally blind may be eligible for a $3,000 exemption if filed prior to October 1. This exemption is not reimbursed by the State.

In-Service Exemption

A member of the armed forces who is currently on active duty may be eligible to have one passenger motor vehicle exempt from property tax. To qualify, the individual must submit a letter annually from his/her commanding officer stating the individual is on a duty and has the vehicle garaged with him/her.

Disability Exemption

An individual who receives a disability pension from Social Security Administration and has been designated by the SSA is eligible a $1000 exemption. To qualify you must file a copy of your "Award Letter" that states disability prior to October 1. This exemption is reimbursed by the State to the Town of Darien.

Tax Relief for Senior Citizens -Circuit Breaker Program (For Elderly & Disabled Taxpayers)

Any taxpayer who is 65 years old (or Totally disabled and can provide a TPQY Form from Social Security) owns and occupies a home in Darien and meets certain income guidelines, may be eligible for elderly/disabled tax relief under Circuit Breaker Program. Depending upon their income, qualified applicants generally receive 10% to 50% off their tax bills. The benefit received by the taxpayer is reimbursed by the State of Connecticut to the Town. The income guidelines during the 2007 year are:

Single $38,800
Married $45,500

Income is all income (adjusted gross, plus Social Security and any other income). You must present proof of income and file between February 1st and May 15th. To continue the benefit of the program, you must re-file every other year.

Darien also extends this program within a special local option deferral program. Pursuant to the RTM resolution 2004-1...

Income Level

Single = $38,800
Married = $45,500

Deferral Income Level

Single = $58,800
Married = $65,500

REMEMBER: Apply February 1 to May 15. Bring Income Tax Return and SSA-1099 to Assessor's Office to apply.