Filing The Maryland Homestead Property Tax Credit

Did You Know?

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When you purchase a property as your principal residence, you may be eligible to receive an exemption that limits the increase in taxable assessments each year to a fixed percentage. This is known as the Maryland Homestead Property Tax Credit.

Questions?

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For questions about the Homestead Property Tax Credit, visit dat.maryland.gov/realproperty/Pages/Maryland-Homestead-Tax-Credit.aspx or call 410-767-2165, toll free at 1-866-650-8783 or email the Homestead unit at sdat.homestead@maryland.gov.

How to Apply:

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Maryland requires all homeowners to submit a one-time application to establish eligibility for the Homestead Property Tax Credit. Applications must be filed by the May 1 preceding the first tax year for which the credit is to be applied. You can apply:

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• Electronically: The online application is
available at https://sdathtc.dat.maryland.gov/

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• By requesting an application at 410-767-2165,
toll free in Maryland 1-866-650-8783
or email: sdat.homestead@maryland.gov

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• Print a PDF copy of the application from the
SDAT website

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• Fax the completed application to the
Department at 410-225-9344.

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• Mail the application to: Department of Assessments and Taxation Homestead Tax Credit Division
301 West Preston Street, Room 808 8th Fl.
Baltimore, MD 21201

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