Legal Notice - Filing Deadlines
In accordance with Connecticut General Statute 12-40, all persons who are liable to pay taxes on tangible personal property belonging to them on October 1 are hereby notified that they must file a declaration of their personal property on or before November 1 annually, with the Assessor, or be subject to an estimated assessment and the statutory 25% penalty. Various exemptions are explained on the declaration and available if filed on time.
- No declaration is required for motor vehicles registered in Willington, CT.
- No declaration is required for real estate.
- Personal property includes, but is not limited to, unregistered motor vehicles (including junk autos), campers, all business machinery, equipment, tools, commercial furniture, and fixtures.
The filing deadlines for various exemptions and classifications are as follows:
Board of Assessment Appeals: ALL applications to be heard before the Board of Assessment Appeals - must be delivered to the Assessor's office by: February 20, 2024
Public Act 490
All applications for classification of forestland must be received by October 1. All applications for classification of farmland and open space must be received by October 31.
Veterans
All property owners claiming exemption due to military service must file their DD214 form with the Town Clerk by September 30. Veterans claiming disability exemption must submit proof from the Veterans Administration. PA 85-573 allows veterans an additional exemption if their income is within the approved limits; contact the Assessor's Office for specifics. This application must be filed by October 1 bi-annually.
Disability
Persons totally disabled receiving SSD benefits may be eligible for a $1000 property exemption. Proof of award and application must be submitted by October 1.
Homeowners and Totally Disabled
Residents 65 years of age or totally disabled may be eligible for a tax credit on real estate; income guidelines apply and are adjusted each year. Applications are accepted on February 1st. If you are not currently on our mailing list, you must request an application in February and file it on or before May 15.
Renters
Residents 65 years of age or totally disabled may be eligible for the State Renters Rebate Program. Guidelines and applications are available May 15, through September 15. Information is available from the Human Services department.