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Homestead Exemption 

The Town has enacted a homestead ordinance pursuant to Connecticut General (CGS) Statute § 12-81oo.

On February 9, 2026 the Town Council established exemption equal to ten (10%) percent of the assessed value of the primary lot and dwelling.

Eligible applicants must be the owner of the property as of October 1, 2025, the Grand List or taxable status date.

The deadline to apply was December 31, 2025.

The homestead exemption is applicable to tax bills issued on or about July 1, 2026.

Owners purchasing a property after October 1, 2025 may apply with respect to the October 1, 2026 Grand List.

Applications will be mailed to "new" owners beginning on August 1, 2026.

Applicants must be a permanent resident of New Milford and own a dwelling designed for residential occupancy.

 

Homestead Fraud

Homestead fraud occurs when someone claims a Homestead Exemption but:

  • Has a permanent, legal residence outside New Milford,
  • Is not a Connecticut resident,
  • Is renting a New Milford home receiving a homestead exemption,
  • When the individual or spouse receives a residency based tax benefit in another Connecticut town or state.

When someone is receiving a homestead exemption fraudulently, honest property owners shoulder the burden of lost tax revenue by paying higher property taxes.

It is not compliant with the New Milford Homestead Ordinance and state law.

 

If anyone you know is receiving a homestead exemption on a property that is not their permanent residence please use the link below to report this activity.

Homestead Fraud Reporting