Property Tax Relief Program

The Property Tax Relief Program allows eligible homeowners to defer the portion of their annual property tax increase that exceeds $100. No interest or penalties are charged on the deferred amount.

On this page:

1. Eligible Criteria

2. Key Points

3. Documentation Required

Eligible Criteria

You may qualify if you own and occupy an eligible property as your principal residence and are:

• A low-income senior who is at least 65 years old and receives Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS)
• A low-income person with a disability who receives assistance through the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP); or
• The spouse of an eligible senior or person with a disability.

An eligible property is a residential property located in the Town of St. Marys and it must be the owner’s principal residence.

Key Points

• Only the portion of the annual property tax increase that exceeds $100 may be deferred.
• Deferred taxes do not incur interest or penalties.
• You must apply for the program each year.
• Your property taxes must be fully paid and up to date when you apply.
• Eligibility is limited to one single-family dwelling or condominium per owner.

All deferred taxes become payable when the property is sold, or ownership is transferred.

Documentation Required for Application

Low-Income Senior

1. Proof of receipt of GIS (notice of qualification)
2. Form T4A-OAS from the most recent year
3. Notice of Assessment (NOA) from the most recent year

Low-Income Disabled Persons

1. Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) (notice of qualification)
2. Form T5007 from the most recent year
3. Notice of Assessment (NOA) from the most recent year

Refer to By-Law 65-2011 for full program details.