New Jersey Accessible Home Modification Tax Credit

NJ Division of Taxation

Available Senior & Disability

About This Program

New Jersey Accessible Home Modification Tax Credit is available to homeowners and renters in Oakland, NJ.

Provides a state income tax credit for costs incurred to make a New Jersey home accessible for a person with a disability. Covers ramps, lifts, accessible bathrooms, door widening, and other modifications.

Tax credit equals actual qualified expenses up to maximum

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

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

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

Key Details

  • Tax credit up to $10,000 per year
  • Covers accessibility modifications for disabled residents
  • No income requirement
  • Can be claimed by homeowner or renter
  • Includes ramps, lifts, bathroom adaptations

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(609) 292-6400

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Projects like this almost always need a licensed contractor, and many grants ask for a written estimate as part of your application. Lining up a contractor in Oakland early keeps your application moving.

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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.
  • Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Download this checklist (PDF)

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: Claim on annual tax return

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Frequently asked questions

How much can New Jersey Accessible Home Modification Tax Credit provide in Oakland, NJ?

Up to $10,000 tax credit.

Who qualifies for New Jersey Accessible Home Modification Tax Credit in Oakland?

New Jersey Accessible Home Modification Tax Credit is open to homeowners and renters in Oakland, NJ. It has no income limit.

How do I apply for New Jersey Accessible Home Modification Tax Credit in Oakland, NJ?

Apply directly with NJ Division of Taxation using the official program link on this page or call (609) 292-6400. There is no middleman and no fee.

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