Qualified seniors in Illinois can defer property taxes on their primary residences through the Senior Citizens Real Estate Tax Deferral Program.
Seniors needing help with property taxes must apply by March 1st at their local County Collector's Office.
Taxpayers who apply and qualify are allowed to defer a maximum of $7,500 per tax year, including both first and second installment payments.
Deferred amounts are borrowed from the state, which pays the tax bill to the county collector's office.
How to apply:
Seniors who qualify should reach out to their local county collector's office to obtain an application. After completing the application, it must be submitted to the collector's office by March 1 of each year for which they wish to defer their property taxes or special assessments.