Senior property tax exemption expansion advances
Summary
A proposed local law would raise the maximum property tax exemption for low-income seniors from 50% to 65% on a sliding income scale, helping older residents on fixed incomes stay in their homes. A public hearing is set for February 17, 2026, before any final vote.
At a glance
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Last discussed Feb 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
Sponsor Bianconi estimates the cost to the median homeowner at about $2.36 per year.
Low-income seniors and others living with them who would pay less in property taxes.
Other taxpayers shoulder a small shift — roughly $2.36 a year for the median homeowner.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Tompkins County Legislature - Regular Meeting — February 4, 2026
A proposed local law would raise the maximum property tax exemption for low-income seniors from 50% to 65% on a sliding income scale, helping older residents on fixed incomes stay in their homes. A public hearing is set for February 17, 2026, before any final vote.
Tompkins County Legislature - Special Meeting — February 3, 2026
A proposed local law would raise the low-income senior property tax exemption from 50% to 65%, costing the median homeowner about $2.36 a year. A public hearing is coming; the real debate happens in a few weeks.
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