Maine Property Tax Fairness Credit (Senior Circuit Breaker)

Maine Revenue Services

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Maine Property Tax Fairness Credit (Senior Circuit Breaker) is available to homeowners and renters in Lewiston, ME.

Refundable income tax credit for Maine residents who pay high property taxes or rent relative to income. Available to seniors 65+ and disabled individuals of any age. Benefits are calculated based on property tax or rent burden.

Credit amount based on property tax/rent burden exceeding income threshold

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

In Lewiston, ME, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Refundable tax credit up to $1,500
  • For seniors 65+ or disabled individuals
  • Based on property tax or rent burden
  • File with Maine income tax return
  • Income limits apply

How to Apply

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Your federal tax return for the year of the work (this benefit is claimed on your taxes, not through a separate application).
  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: File with Maine income tax return by October 15

Questions about this program?

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Frequently asked questions

How much can Maine Property Tax Fairness Credit (Senior Circuit Breaker) provide in Lewiston, ME?

Tax credit up to $1,500.

Who qualifies for Maine Property Tax Fairness Credit (Senior Circuit Breaker) in Lewiston?

Maine Property Tax Fairness Credit (Senior Circuit Breaker) is open to homeowners and renters in Lewiston, ME. It has no income limit. It serves seniors.

How do I apply for Maine Property Tax Fairness Credit (Senior Circuit Breaker) in Lewiston, ME?

Apply directly with Maine Revenue Services using the official program link on this page or call (207) 624-9784. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: File with Maine income tax return by October 15.

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