Land Use Benefits

Land Use Benefits Properties with specific land use designations – agricultural, environmentally endangered, historic and working waterfronts – are eligible for tax or assessment reductions. Agricultural Classification Only lands that are used primarily for bona fide agricultural purposes shall be classified agricultural. Environmentally Endangered Lands Properties designated environmentally endangered can receive a property tax exemption. Historic Properties Property tax exemptions are available to owners of designated historic residential or commercial properties who restore or make improvements to their buildings. Working Waterfronts Waterfronts used for commercial-dependent activities and businesses are eligible for property assessment reductions.