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King County launches plan to help low-income seniors, others with property taxes

Senior property tax relief Under certain circumstances, seniors in King County may be eligible for a property tax deferral or exemption. (King County)

A new plan to help low-income families stay in their homes is now up and running.

King County launched a new site online where thousands of eligible people can apply for reduced property taxes. The program is open to low-income seniors, people with disabilities and veterans.

The exemption is now 65 percent of the median household income in King County, and the new limit is $58,423. There also is a criteria to qualify.

To see that criteria and to find additional details about property tax relief, follow this link.

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