Connecticut Senior Circuit Breaker Tax Relief

Connecticut Department of Revenue Services

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Connecticut Senior Circuit Breaker Tax Relief is available to homeowners in Orange, CT.

State property tax relief program for homeowners and renters age 65+ or totally disabled, with income below certain thresholds. Provides a credit to reduce property tax burden. File Schedule CT-1040CR with annual income tax return.

Typical property tax credit for qualifying senior homeowner

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

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

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

Key Details

  • Property tax credit up to $1,250
  • Age 65+ or totally disabled
  • Income limits apply (varies by filing status)
  • File with annual state income tax return
  • Reduces Connecticut property tax liability

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.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • 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 annual state income tax return

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Frequently asked questions

How much can Connecticut Senior Circuit Breaker Tax Relief provide in Orange, CT?

Up to $1,250 property tax credit.

Who qualifies for Connecticut Senior Circuit Breaker Tax Relief in Orange?

Connecticut Senior Circuit Breaker Tax Relief is open to homeowners in Orange, CT. It serves seniors.

How do I apply for Connecticut Senior Circuit Breaker Tax Relief in Orange, CT?

Apply directly with Connecticut Department of Revenue Services using the official program link on this page or call (860) 297-5962. There is no middleman and no fee.

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