Am I eligible for Veterans Benefits, Tax Relief, or Tax Freeze?

You can also apply in person at any of our convenient satellite locations or by mail. The deadline for applications is April 5, 2027. Don't forget to sign your application and include at least one phone number where we can contact you.

FAQ

Are tax relief recipients exempt from paying property taxes?

No. Tax relief a is payment credit funded by the State of Tennessee to assist homeowners meeting certain eligibility requirements, for a part or all of paid property taxes. Tax Relief is not an exemption. You still receive your tax bill(s) and are responsible for paying your property taxes each year.

2026 Property Tax Relief for Disabled Veteran up to $444

Disabled veterans who have an honorable discharge along with a service-connected permanent and total disability or disabilities rating, as determined by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs may qualify for tax relief. No income limit! Your disability rating date must be effective on or before December 31, 2026. If you feel that you qualify, please apply.

** For a complete list of qualifications, visit the State of Tennessee's Tax Relief Website.

2026 PROPERTY TAX RELIEF APPLICATION - DISABLED VETERAN

2026 Property Tax Relief for Widow(er) of a Disabled Veteran up to $444

Window(er)s who were married to their veteran at the time of that veteran’s death and have not remarried may qualify for tax relief. No income limit! If you feel that you qualify, please apply.

** For a complete list of qualifications, visit the State of Tennessee's Tax Relief Website.

2026 PROPERTY TAX RELIEF APPLICATION – WIDOW(ER) OF DISABLED VETERAN

2026 Senior Tax Freeze

Will you be 65 or older on or before December 31, 2026?
Is your combined 2025 annual income for you, your spouse, and all other owners listed on the deed less than the program's income limit of $63,470? We do count VA income for this program.

If you answered yes to both questions, you may qualify for the Senior Tax Freeze Program.

2026 SENIOR PROPERTY TAX FREEZE APPLICATION (MUST BE 65 OR OLDER)

To hear a recording of the latest information regarding Property Tax Relief and Senior Tax Freeze, call the Trustee's information line at 865-215-8554 OR visit one of our convenient satellite locations with any questions or concerns OR request an application by emailing us at taxrelief@knoxcounty.org. We cannot accept completed applications by email.

Open Enrollment for the 2026 tax year is October 1, 2026 thru April 5, 2027. The enrollment window is set by the state. It cannot be altered by the county and no extensions are available.