Veterans property tax exemption deadline May 1

The deadline to file for the new Cold War Veterans Partial Exemption to Property Taxes in New York State is May 1.

Amherst Council Member Guy Marlette said the third alternative for partial exemption from real property taxes is an extremely important benefit for veterans and must not go unused.

The Cold War exemption is specifically for those veterans who served during nonwar years. This new exemption now provides property tax relief for 10 percent off the assessed value of those veterans' primary property.

The alternative exemption provided for a 15 percent reduction in the assessed value of property owned by the veteran who served during war time, with an additional 10 percent for those veterans in combat zones.

To apply for the exemption, call Tracy Kinn, State Veteran Affairs counselor, at Amherst Town Hall, 632-4190.