Disabled Veterans Tax Exemption Local Law
Town of Riverhead
Summary
A new state law gives 100% disabled veterans a full property tax exemption, becoming mandatory in October 2026. Veterans told the board the eligibility rules are confusing and exclude many with PTSD who don't need home modifications.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
68 veterans currently rated 100% disabled represent about $2.9 million in assessed value; full exemptions would shift that tax burden to other taxpayers.
Qualifying 100% disabled veterans who own and need to modify homes.
Veterans with PTSD or other non-physical disabilities who don't qualify under the housing-modification requirement.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Town Board - Oct 20, 2026
The board set a November 5 public hearing on a local law exempting veterans with 100% service-connected disabilities from town taxes, following state legislation that required towns to opt in.
Town Board Work Session - Mar 26, 2026
A new state law gives 100% disabled veterans a full property tax exemption, becoming mandatory in October 2026. Veterans told the board the eligibility rules are confusing and exclude many with PTSD who don't need home modifications.
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