What kind of tax relief is available to residents?
There are several programs designed to provide tax relief to residents. Please click on a link below to find out more information on an exemption and to print an application.
The State also offers several other programs designed to provide tax relief. For more information on these view Maine's Tax Exemption Programs.
The Maine Residents Property Tax and Rent Refund “Circuitbreaker” Program has been repealed as part of the enacted state budget for claims beginning on or after August 1, 2013. The Circuitbreaker Program has been replaced by a refundable Property Tax Fairness Credit that can be claimed on the Maine Individual Income Tax Form. he new credit will be available beginning in January, 2014 on the Maine Individual Income Tax Form 1040ME. A worksheet will be included with Form 1040ME to calculate the amount of the credit.