District Finances 

The Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program supports homeowners and renters across Pennsylvania. This program provides a rebate ranging from $380 to $1,000 to eligible older adults and people with disabilities age 18 and older. 

Eligibility

To qualify for this discount, applicants must have a household income of no more than $45,000 annually, and:

• be 65 years of age or older; or

• be a widow and widower aged 50 years of age or older; or

• be permanently disabled and 18 years of age or older.

Fill out and file the following form with the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue.   

• PA-1000 Property Tax/ Rent Rebate Application Form 

This program may make possible a real estate tax reduction for the owner - occupants of residential properties. 

To receive school property tax relief for tax years beginning July 1, this form must be filed by the preceding March 1. 

Your school district is required to notify you by December 31 of each year if your property is not approved for the homestead or farmstead exclusion or if your approval is due to expire.

• Homestead and Farmstead Exclusion Application (PDF).

You may also obtain an application and copy of the procedures directly from the York County Assessment Office in the Administrative Center or on their website.