Utah Active Duty Veteran Property Tax Exemption

Utah State Tax Commission / Salt Lake County Auditor

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Utah Active Duty Veteran Property Tax Exemption is available to homeowners in Salt Lake City, UT.

Utah provides property tax relief for active-duty military personnel and their families. The exemption helps ensure military families are not penalized by property taxes on their primary residence while serving. Contact the Salt Lake County Auditor's Office to confirm current exemption amounts and qualifying criteria for active duty service members and veterans.

Exemption amounts and qualifying criteria vary. Contact the county auditor for current year details.

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

Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

In Salt Lake City, UT, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • For active duty military members and certain veterans
  • Must own and occupy property as primary residence
  • Apply with Salt Lake County Auditor's Office by September 1
  • Documentation of service required
  • Salt Lake County Auditor: 801-468-3000

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Salt Lake City, UT can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.

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 military service (DD-214) and, for disability-based grants, your VA disability rating letter.
  • 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: Apply by September 1 annually

Questions about this program?

Ask us. It is free, and a real person answers within a business day.

Email us about this program

Frequently asked questions

Who qualifies for Utah Active Duty Veteran Property Tax Exemption in Salt Lake City?

Utah Active Duty Veteran Property Tax Exemption is open to homeowners in Salt Lake City, UT. It has no income limit. It serves veterans and military families.

How do I apply for Utah Active Duty Veteran Property Tax Exemption in Salt Lake City, UT?

Apply directly with Utah State Tax Commission / Salt Lake County Auditor using the official program link on this page or call 801-468-3000. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: Apply by September 1 annually.

Need a Contractor for This Grant?

Grant-approved contractors understand the documentation, inspections, and timelines, so your funding releases on schedule.

Find More Programs in Salt Lake City, UT

This is just one of many grants, rebates, and free programs available. Stack them together to maximize your savings.

See All Programs