Senior Citizen/Disabled Tax Relief Program

The City of Methuen offers the Senior Citizen/Disabled Tax Relief Program, under the direction of the Mayor. Applications are available at:

• Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell Street, Methuen
• City Hall Human Resource Office, 41 Pleasant Street, Suite 206
• Download using this link.

Applications are available from December 1st to April 1st. Applicants must submit a copy of their Property Tax bill with their application.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Applicants must be 60 years or older.
• Applicants may work up to a maximum of 133 and 1/3 hours.
• Applicants must be the assessed owner of the property or have acquired ownership before work is performed.
• If the property is subject to trust, the applicant must have legal title.
• Applicants must be income-eligible and self-declare their eligibility upon request.
• Only one household member may participate per year.

Program Details:

• Applicants will receive a list of positions for which they may apply.
• Placement depends on availability of funds, departmental needs, and applicant skills.
• Work hours must be completed by December 1st.
• Abatements up to $2,000 will be reflected on third/fourth quarter Property Tax bills.
• Uncompleted work hours may be transferred to the following year.

Required Documentation:

1. Proof of Age (Choose One):
   • Driver’s license
   • State-issued ID
   • Birth certificate
   • Passport
2. Proof of Property Ownership (Choose One):
   • Property deed
   • Recent mortgage statement
   • Title insurance
   • Property tax bill
3. Proof of Residency (Choose One):
   • Utility bills (e.g., electricity, water)
   • Voter registration card
   • Affidavit of residency
4. Proof of Income (Choose One):
   • Tax returns
   • Social Security benefits statement
   • Pension or retirement benefits statements
   • Recent pay stubs (if employed)
   • Other income verification (e.g., annuities, dividends)
5. Proof of Tax Payment or Exemption (Choose One):
   • Current property tax payment receipt
   • Tax exemption letter (if applicable)
6. Additional Documentation (if applicable):
   • Disability documentation (e.g., physician’s note, SSDI award letter)
   • Trust or estate documents
7. Completed Application Form (Ensure all fields are completed and signed)

These guidelines are subject to change by order of the Mayor of Methuen. Rev. 11/2024