Storm damage could yield tax relief

Published 10:08 pm Wednesday, October 26, 2016

Owners of real estate in Suffolk whose buildings were damaged or destroyed during Hurricane Matthew’s passage could qualify for tax relief, Suffolk officials said on Wednesday.

In order to qualify, the structure must have suffered damage that “is equal to or exceeds $500 in the value of the building,” according to a press release. The building also must have been rendered unfit for use and occupancy for 30 days or more during the calendar year by the damage incurred during the storm.

For more information about the real estate tax-relief program, call the City Assessor’s office at 514-7475.

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