Tax Assessor

Vinelands Department of Assessment determines the market value of all real estate within the City for assessing purposes. The Assessing Department handles all deed transfers, property owner mailing address changes, farmland assessment and tax exempt applications. The Assessor's Office also provides applications for and answers questions about the following property deduction removal programs:

• Income-qualified homeowners who are 65 years and older or disabled may receive a $250 deduction on their property.
• Qualified veterans and widows of veterans can receive a $250 deduction on their property.
• Permanently disabled veterans may be entitled to full exemption from property taxes if qualified.
  

The Assessor's Office also administers the five-year residential abatement program. Certain improvements which add value to a home (i.e. additions, decks, sheds, extra bathrooms) are eligible for a property tax abatement. The value that is added, up to $15,000, will be abated for five years provided timely application is made with the assessor. Also available is a five year payment in lieu of tax (PILOT) program for qualifying new commercial/industrial construction. Contact the assessors office for details.