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PROPERTY TAX SERVICES | POLK COUNTY TREASURER'S OFFICE

111 Court Avenue, Room 154, Des Moines, IA 50309

Eligibility

Open to low income and senior citizen/disabled status (65 or older, or permanently disabled as of 12/31)

Required documents

Proof of disability - if applicable

Hours

Mon 7 am - 5 pm Tue 7 am - 5 pm Wed 7 am - 5 pm Thu 7 am - 5 pm Fri 7 am - 5 pm
(515) 286-3060

Voice - Main | Property Tax

(515) 286-3030

Voice - Main | Vehicle Registration

https://www.polkcountyiowa.gov
[email protected]

Languages

English

Application process

Forms can be obtained at local Community Action Agencies, Community Centers, Senior Centers, or call for information

Fees

None

Service area

Polk County, Iowa

Description

Provides tax relief to low income families, seniors (65 plus) and disabled individuals. Applications are taken between January 2 and June 1. Applications for late filings are filed with the State of Iowa through December 31 of the next year as explained on the applications.

HOMEOWNERS may be eligible for a partial reduction of property taxes. Applications for property tax credit are applied to the current-year taxes.

MOBILE HOME OWNERS (23 or older as of 12/31) may be eligible for a reduced mobile home tax rate. The deadline for a late filing for mobile home credit is December 31 of the current year's application.

*APPLICATIONS can be obtained at local Community Action Agencies, Community Centers, Senior Centers, or at www.iowa.gov/tax.

Providing organization

POLK COUNTY TREASURER'S OFFICE

Provides assistance for Property Taxes, Motor Vehicle Registration, and Property Tax Credit.