How can I get HELP with my taxes?
Property tax relief is available through the Homeowner's exemption, State Circuit Breaker Program and the Hardship exemption.  You must apply for Homeowner's Exemptions and/or Circuit Breaker benefits with the Assessor's office before April 15. 

The Homeowner's Exemption reduces the taxable value of your primary residence by one-half of the value of the dwelling and up to one acre, to an annually adjusted maximum.  You only need to apply for the Homeowner's Exemption the first year you own and occupy a home.

The Circuit Breaker is an income-based benefit for individuals 65+, disabled or widowed at any age, blind, fatherless or motherless children under 18 years of age, former prisoner of war/hostage, veteran with a 10%+ service-connected disability or a veteran receiving a VA pension for a non service-connected disability. 

If you qualify, the State of Idaho pays all or part of the property taxes on your primary residence and up to one acre of land.  The benefit is calculated based on a sliding scale according to your income. Application must be received by April 15th of each year.  Contact the Idaho County Assessor at (208) 983-2742 for more information.

Hardship Exemptions (63-711) for prior year taxes, are considered on a case-by-case basis and granted at the discretion of the Idaho County Commissioners at public hearing, based upon the financial status of the applicant and other related circumstances.  The property owner can apply at any time of the year at Commissioner's Office. 

Exceptional Exemptions (63-602 AA) for current year taxes (which will not be billed until the end of the current calendar year), are granted on a case-by case basis, at the discretion of the Board of Equalization at public hearing, based upon the financial status of the applicant and other related circumstances.