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The Deferral program lets homeowners “borrow” money from the Oregon Department of Revenue (DOR). If you qualify, the state pays your property taxes each year. They also place a lien on your property, and charge 6% interest. Deferral means that the taxes and interest will need to be paid later.

The Senior Citizen’s Deferral is for homeowners age 62 or older. You must meet all the requirements of the DOR.

The Disabled Citizen’s Deferral is for homeowners collecting federal Social Security disability benefits. You must meet all the requirements of the DOR.

If you’re currently receiving a deferral, it’ll be noted on the bottom section of your tax statement. Your tax statement will be yellow.

For additional information on these programs, contact the DOR at 503-945-8348 or visit the Oregon Department of Revenue Property Tax Deferral for Disabled and Senior Homeowners Program page. Or call Washington County Special Programs at 503-846-8741.
See also:

• Senior and Disabled Citizens Deferral
• Aging Services
• state website

You may be entitled to a property tax exemption if you’re a 40%-or-more disabled Veteran. Or you may be entitled to the exemption if you’re the surviving spouse or registered domestic partner of a veteran. Also:

• You must be an Oregon resident.
• You must own your home.
• The home must be your primary residence.
• You must file an exemption claim form with us along with supporting documents.

If you’re currently receiving a veteran’s exemption, it’ll be noted in the VALUES section on the front of your tax statement.

For additional information on this program, call Special Programs at 503-846-8741.
See also:

• Veteran's Property Tax
• state website

You may be entitled to an exemption on your property taxes if you’re serving in the Oregon National Guard or Military Reserve Forces. You must have been ordered to serve more than 178 consecutive days under federal active duty (Title 10) or deployed under the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC). Also:

• You must be an Oregon resident.
• You must own your home.
• The home must be your primary residence.
• You must file an exemption claim form with us, along with supporting documents.

For additional information on this program, call Special Programs at 503-846-8741.
See also:

• Active Duty Military
• state website

In most cases, the homeowner is responsible for paying the taxes. Contact your lender if you have any questions about whether your taxes are included in your mortgage payment.

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