Wake County Tax Administration
NC Property Tax Circuit Breaker (Elderly/Disabled) is available to homeowners in Raleigh, NC.
NC's Property Tax Circuit Breaker program caps property taxes at 4% of income for very low-income elderly or disabled homeowners and 5% of income for moderate-income qualifying owners. Unlike the exclusion, deferred taxes become a lien that is repaid (up to 3 years of deferrals) when the property is sold or transferred. This can provide significant cash flow relief for seniors on fixed incomes.
For senior with $25,000 income, 4% cap = $1,000 max tax; savings depend on actual bill
Official program page checked live on 2026-06-22.
Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
In Raleigh, NC, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:
A grant-savvy contractor in Raleigh, NC can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.
Documents you will likely need
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 by June 1 with Wake County Tax Administration
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Email us about this programLimits property tax to 4% or 5% of income; deferred taxes repaid on sale.
NC Property Tax Circuit Breaker (Elderly/Disabled) is open to homeowners in Raleigh, NC. It serves seniors.
Apply directly with Wake County Tax Administration using the official program link on this page or call 919-856-5400. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: File by June 1 with Wake County Tax Administration.
Grant-approved contractors understand the documentation, inspections, and timelines, so your funding releases on schedule.
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