New York Disabled Homeowners’ Exemption Program

If you own a home in New York City and have a permanent disability, the Disabled Homeowners’ Exemption Program (DHE) may help you save money on your property taxes.  The DHE Program lowers the amount of your home’s value that is taxed, which can help reduce your property tax bill.

What is the New York Disabled Homeowners’ Exemption Program?

The New York Disabled Homeowners’ Exemption Program is a program that helps lower property taxes for people with disabilities who own and live in their homes. If you qualify, the city reduces the assessed value of your home, which means you may pay less in property taxes each year. This program is designed to make it easier for people with disabilities to afford staying in their homes.

Am I eligible for the New York Disabled Homeowners’ Exemption Program?

To get help from the DHE Program, you must meet some requirements. You may be eligible if:

• You have a permanent total or partial disability
• You own the home
• The home is your primary residence
• The total income of all owners and their spouses is $58,399 or less

How do I apply?

There are a few ways to apply for this program—online, by mail, or in person. No matter how you apply, you must include certain documents to prove you qualify, such as:

• Proof of your disability
• Proof of your income
• Proof of your address
• Any other required documents listed in the application

Apply Online

To apply online, fill out and submit your application on the NYC Department of Finance website. Applying online is only open between September 15th  and March 15th of each year.

Apply by Mail

To apply by mail, you must first have a paper application. You can download and print out the DHE application here:

• Disabled Homeowners’ Exemption Application

Once you have filled out the application, mail it along with copies of all required documents to:

New York City Department of Finance 
Homeowner Tax Benefits 
P.O. BOX 311 
Maplewood, NJ 07040-0311 

 Apply in Person

You can also apply for the New York Disabled Homeowners Exemption Program in person. To do this, bring your completed application and copies of all required documents to a Department of Finance Business Center. Find a location near you.

What if I need help?

If you have questions or need help with the application process, there are people available who can help you.

• Call the New York City Department of Finance office at 929-252-7242 to speak to a Public Engagement Unit Specialist who can help.
• Contact the New York City Department of Finance through their website by sending a message using their online contact form.