Qualified Senior Primary Residence: AKA 'New Portable Senior Exemption'

If you’re a senior in Northern Colorado and are considering applying for the new senior property tax exemption, it’s important to be aware of the updated criteria and the upcoming deadline of March 15. If you have questions about whether you qualify or need help navigating the process, I’m here to assist you!

I offer free consultations and can help you determine if the exemption is right for you. With the real estate market continually evolving, it’s crucial to stay informed about all the ways you can save on your property taxes.

The exemption will be available IN TAX YEARS 2025 AND 2026 to senior citizens who previously had a senior tax exemption in any Colorado county, and lost their senior tax exemption in the period of time from January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2024. The senior citizen must have owned their current primary residence by January 1 of the year of application. 

The application and instructions are available here

• LARIMER COUNTY : https://www.larimer.gov/assessor/exemptions

• WELD COUNTY: https://www.weld.gov/Government/Departments/Assessor/Exemptions/Senior-Tax-Exemption-and-Classification

• BOULDER COUNTY: https://bouldercounty.gov/property-and-land/assessor/senior-exemption/senior-primary-residence/

and the application deadline for 2025 is March 15.

Don’t hesitate to reach out—let’s make sure you’re taking advantage of every opportunity to reduce your property tax burden!