Assessor

Property Owners – The STAR program

The STAR program can save homeowners hundreds of dollars each year. You only need to register once, and the Tax Department will send you a STAR credit check each year, as long as you’re eligible. See the STAR resource center (https://www.tax.ny.gov/star) to learn more.

You should register for the STAR credit if you are:

• a new homeowner;
• receiving the STAR exemption but want to switch to the STAR credit;
• a manufactured homeowner who received a letter that you must register for the STAR credit to continue receiving a STAR benefit (Form RP-425-RMM);
• an existing homeowner who is not receiving the STAR exemption or credit; or
• a senior who may be eligible for the Enhanced STAR credit. (Note: If you are already receiving the STAR credit, you do not need to register again. You will automatically receive the Enhanced STAR credit if you are eligible.)

You should register for the STAR credit as soon as your home becomes your primary residence. If you’re switching to the STAR credit from the STAR exemption, see Deadline to switch to the STAR credit from the STAR exemption (https://www.tax.ny.gov/pit/property/star/deadlines-by-municipality/).

Senior Citizens and STAR

Seniors receiving Enhanced STAR benefits are not affected by the new registration requirement. In order to continue to receive Enhanced STAR, seniors must continue to:

• apply annually, or
• participate in the Income Verification Program

Contact

Assessor

Cindy Hilbert
Phone: 845-795-6167 extension 8
or 845-586-2320
Fax: 845-586-3135
Email: assessor@hardenburghny.gov

Assessor Office Hours:
By appointment only