Tax Abatements and Exemptions
Allegheny County has several programs that may help to reduce or eliminate a property tax bill.
Eligibility: Property owners with primary residences in Allegheny County
Benefit: Reduction of property assessment value of home by $18,000 for county tax purposes only
Eligibility: Commercial and industrial businesses in some municipalities in specific areas
Benefit: Tax abatement; varies by property
Eligibility: Allegheny County residents who meet these requirements:
- At least 60 years old
- Have an annual income of $30,000 or less
- Have lived in and owned their current Allegheny County residence for at least 10 years
Benefit: A 30% reduction in their county tax bill
Eligibility: Businesses and individuals creating new construction or renovations that provides access for people of all abilities into residential housing
Benefit: The total amount of the tax credit granted shall be the lesser of
- $2,500 over a period of 5 years or
- The total amount of all property tax increases levied by Allegheny County due to eligible construction/renovation
Eligibility: Land in agriculture use, agricultural reserve, or forest reserve in Allegheny County
Benefit: Taxes are based on agricultural use rather than value of the property, which may lower taxes
Eligibility: Property owners who have suffered damage to a structure due to a fire or other natural disaster resulting in 50% or more diminished property value
Benefit: A reduction in their property assessment
Eligibility:
- Burial grounds
- Churches
- Courthouses
- Educational institutions
- Fire stations
- Hospitals
- Jails
- Other public property used for public purposes
- Public parks for public use
- Some disabled veterans
Benefit: Exemptions from real property taxation authorized by state law
Other Tax Information
PURTA (Public Utility Realty Tax Act)
This tax exemption program is for properties owned by public utility companies with current usage for utilities, such as railroads.
PURTA (Public Utility Realty Tax Act)
Tax Exempt Status Challenge
Taxing authorities may challenge the tax-exempt status of properties in their jurisdiction.
Tax Exempt Status Challenge
Contact
Questions? Call 412-350-4636 and select Option 2.