• Homestead exemptions are applicable when the property is owner-occupied.
• Non-homestead exemptions are for other types of property.

HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION POLICY – Jo Daviess County diligently sends out all renewal exemption forms, highlighting the importance of your timely response. We also provide reminders if the form has not been received by the original deadline. However, once the tax bills have been printed and the renewed exemption form(s) have not been received, there will be no exceptions to file. This means you will lose the exemption(s) for the tax year in which it was not renewed. We urge you to stay informed and responsible in this process.  (Reminders Sent: Low-Income Senior Freeze, Disabled Persons, Disabled Vet Exemptions)

Click on the links below to learn about the different types of exemptions offered and download the required forms.

• HOMESTEAD (OWNER-OCCUPIED) EXEMPTIONS
• NON-HOMESTEAD EXEMPTIONS