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Military Personnel Tax Exemption

West Virginia offers property tax exemptions for eligible veterans and active-duty military personnel under certain conditions. These exemptions help reduce or eliminate real estate tax burdens for qualifying individuals.

1. Homestead Exemption for Disabled Veterans (§11-6B-4, WV Code)

West Virginia provides a full property tax exemption for 100% permanently and totally disabled veterans.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Must be a West Virginia resident.
  • Must have a 100% service-connected permanent and total disability as certified by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
  • Applies only to the veteran’s primary residence.
  • The exemption does not extend to rental, business, or secondary properties.

How to Apply:

  • File an application with the County Assessor’s Office by December 1st of the year before the exemption is applied.
  • Provide documentation from the VA confirming 100% disability status.
  • Once approved, the exemption automatically renews unless the property owner moves or no longer qualifies.

2. Active-Duty Military Exemption from Personal Property Tax (§11-6B-7, WV Code)

West Virginia allows a personal property tax exemption for active-duty military personnel stationed outside the state.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Must be on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces.
  • Must maintain West Virginia residency but be stationed outside the state.
  • Applies to personal property, such as vehicles registered in West Virginia.
  • Does not apply to real estate property taxes.

How to Apply:

  • Submit an affidavit and military orders to the County Assessor’s Office annually.
  • Provide proof of out-of-state duty assignment.

Key Takeaways

✔ 100% disabled veterans can receive a full property tax exemption on their primary residence.
✔ Active-duty military members stationed out of state can be exempt from personal property taxes.
✔ Applications must be submitted to the County Assessor’s Office with supporting documents.
✔ December 1 is the annual deadline for property tax exemptions.