Senior Homestead Exemption

Senior Homestead Exemption (SHE)

Benefit:

Following the Illinois Property Tax Code, this exemption lowers the equalized assessed value of the property by $8,000 and may be claimed in addition to the General Homestead Exemption. These changes will be reflected on the 2023 tax bill payable in 2024.

To Qualify:

To qualify, applicants must:

• Own and live in the property as their principal residence
• Have reached age 65 during the tax year.

To Apply:

All applications must be submitted online through the Smartfile E-Filing Portal.  You can receive assistance by phone or in person by calling the Cuba Township Assessor’s Office at 847-381-1120.  To start the application process:

To start the application process:

• Go to the Chief County Assessment Office Smart E-Filing Portal at assessor.lakecountyil.gov
• Log in to your account, create a new account, or log in as a guest
• Click “Available Filings”
  • EX01: Homestead Exemption Application (First time applications only)
• Click “Begin Filing” and follow the instructions

35 ILCS 200/15-170

Properties Held in Trust

If your property is held in a trust, we must verify you are a beneficiary of the trust. The exemptions cannot be applied without this verification. Please include a copy of the pages of the actual trust agreement that state the applicant is a beneficiary. This can usually be found on the first few pages of the trust document. If you have questions, call us directly at 847-381-1120.