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1. What is the Benefit?

In 2007, the SC Legislature passed legislation that completely exempts from your tax bill all taxes levied for school operating purposes on the value of your legal resident. The Homestead Exemption credit continues to completely exempt the value of $50,000 for all purposes except for school operating purposes (Already exempted by the new 2007 Legislation).

2. Do I qualify for the Homestead Exemption?

You may qualify if you are…..
Age 65 on or before December 31, preceding the tax year in which you wish to claim the
exemption
Totally and permanently disabled
Legally blind
The surviving spouse of qualifying applicant

3. How do I apply for the Homestead Exemption?

Application may be made at any time of the year, at the office of Spartanburg County Auditor, 366 North Church Street, Suite 200, Spartanburg, S.C. 29303. Office hours are from 8:30 until 5:00
Monday through Friday.