Property Tax Rebate Information | LAKE COUNTY CHIEF COUNTY ASSESSMENT OFFICE - Home Improvement Exemption

Offers tax exemption that defers any increase in the assessment of the property for four years. It may include an addition or other improvements to the home that would add value. A maximum deduction is $25,000 of equalized assessed value.

Date of Last Formal Update

10/22/2024

Data provided by

Lake County 211

Physical Address

18 North County Street, Waukegan, IL 60085

Hours

Service Hours Hours vary - call ahead to confirm hours of operation if planning to visit your township assessor's office. Administrative Hours Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Voice

847-377-2050

Primary Program Phone

Application process

Visit the local Township Assessor's office. To locate the Township Assessor, please visit the website at www.lakecountyil.gov/3266/Contact-Your-Assessor Documents required: - Photo ID - Proof of residence - Proof of income - Proof of age

Eligibility

Property must be the principal residence of the owner at the time of the improvement

Languages

Spanish

Service area

Lake County, IL

Agency info

LAKE COUNTY CHIEF COUNTY ASSESSMENT OFFICE

Office that provides home and tax assistance services.