The Denver Property Tax Relief Program provides a partial refund of property taxes paid, or the equivalent in rent, to qualifying Denver residents. Those who qualify will get their refund in the form of a check in the mail, with an average refund of $1,000.
Qualifying Denver residents can apply to receive a refund on their 2022 property taxes through April 30, 2024. Beginning May 1st, 2024, residents can apply for the 2023 program to receive a refund on their 2023 property taxes.
Apply for the 2022 program year
That's not a typo! This program is retroactive to the previous tax year (2022). You can apply for this program through April 30, 2024.
There are newly updated income limits for both renters and homeowners. Please review our 2022 program year FAQs(PDF, 321KB) for qualifications. This refund is a gift and, therefore, there is no lien attached to the property.
Step 1: Find out if you qualify
To start, review the Denver Property Tax Relief application instructions by downloading the document below. These instructions include income limits, and qualification/eligibility guidelines:
Instructions (English) (PDF, 150KB) Instructions (Spanish)(PDF, 101KB)
Please review these carefully, and gather necessary documentation before filling out an application.
Step 2: Fill out an application
Download the application for renters:
Download the application for homeowners:
It’s important that you complete all sections of the application, including addresses where you lived in 2022, income verification and a valid photo ID.
Step 3: Return your application
Once you fill out the form, drop it off at any of the secure drop boxes located at any of our buildings, or mail it to:
Denver Human Services
Denver Property Tax Relief Program
1200 Federal Blvd.
Denver, CO 80204
Self-attestation continues for 2022 program year
If you are a homeowner and received a property tax refund last year, and there are no changes that have occurred to your income or residence since you last applied, you can fill out a self-attestation form instead of filling out an application. Please note: This option is only available for Denver residents who applied for the program last year and were approved to receive funds.
Download the Self-attestation Form(PDF, 238KB)
Don't Throw Away This Other Rebate: Expanded Waste Collection Services
If you qualify for a Denver Property Tax Relief Program refund, you may also qualify for a rebate on trash and recycling costs. Visit the Expanded Waste Collection Services page to learn more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your program says "2022 Tax year." Is that right?
We know it's a bit confusing, but we've checked: there is no typo! This program is retroactive to the previous tax year's property taxes. Until April 30, 2024, we are accepting applications for the 2022 tax year.
Qualifying Denver residents can apply to receive a refund on their 2022 property taxes through April 30, 2024. Beginning May 1st, 2024, residents can apply for the 2023 program to receive a refund on their 2023 property taxes.
Who qualifies for the program?
The Denver Property Tax Relief Program is open to qualifying Denver renters and homeowners who live in Denver County.
If you turned 65 or older in 2022, were disabled all of 2022, or own your home and have at least one dependent minor child who lives with you, you may qualify.
In addition to meeting income guidelines (see next question), property taxes for the home must be paid in full for the previous tax year, no other Denver Property Tax Relief refunds have been issued for the home, and the person applying (or at least one person who lives in the home full-time member) needs to be eligible to receive public assistance.
Download a complete list of qualifications and frequently asked questions(PDF, 321KB)
What are the income limits if I am a homeowner?
Denver homeowners with disabilities, who are 65 or older, or who have at least one child living with them may qualify for the Denver Property Tax Relief Program.
If you meet the eligibility criteria above, you can earn up to 60% of Denver's Area Median Income (AMI) to qualify for the program. Review the table below:
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60% of Denver's AMI (income limit for this program)
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$49,260
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$56,280
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$63,300
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$70,320
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$75,960
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$81,600
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AMI limits are set yearly by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Here is how it is calculated.
Please note that income limits for the current property tax relief program year are the 2022 limits.
If you have questions or would like to talk to a member of our team for more information, please call 720-944-4TAX (4829). You may also read a full list of FAQs here(PDF, 112KB).
What are the income limits if I am a renter?
If you are a renter who is 65 or older or has a disability and are applying as a single applicant (you don't have a partner, spouse, or roommate), you may earn up 25% of Denver's Area Median Income (AMI) - $20,525 for the 2022 program year - and qualify for the program.
If you are applying with your partner, spouse, or roommate, your combined income can be up to 30% of Denver's AMI - $28,150 for two people - and qualify for the program.
If you have questions or would like to talk to a member of our team for more information, please call 720-944-4TAX (4829). You may also read a full list of FAQs here(PDF, 112KB).
How do I apply for the program?
To apply for the program, please download the application and the frequently asked questions document. You may need to provide additional documentation for your application to be accepted. You can find more information about that in the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)(PDF, 321KB).
Download the application for renters:
Download the application for homeowners:
Please note that applications will be processed in the order they are received and processing may take several months. Please do not reach out to Denver Human Services about your application unless you have not heard back six months. After an application has been approved and processed, a check will be mailed to the applicant.
Where can I turn in my application?
You may drop off your completed application and supporting documents (if any) at one of the secure drop boxes located at any of our offices. While our offices are closed, there are drop off boxes for complete applications at each office.
You may also mail a complete application to:
Denver Human Services
Property Tax Relief Program
1200 Federal Blvd., Room 1026
Denver, CO 80204
If you have any questions, or need help filling out your application, please call 720-944-4TAX (4829).
What kind of documentation is required?
Every applicant should complete the application as fully as possible.
To process your application, our team needs the names and dates of birth for all household members (people living in your home) and your signature. We will also need proof of all income received by you, and any other adults who contribute to household expenses.
― If you have a disability, documentation that you (or the applicant) qualifies for payment of full disability benefits under a bona fide public or private plan, or a written opinion from an acceptable medical source, as defined by the Social Security Administration.
― If you are a renter, copies of your rental ledger for all of 2021; or your property landlord/owner must complete the landlord section of the application, or they can provide a letter with the same information.
― If your spouse/partner passed away in 2022 or 2023, a copy of the death certificate.
― If this is your first time applying for the program, a copy of a valid ID for the applicant.
How long will it take to get my refund if I am approved?
Applications are processed on a first come, first served basis; it may take several months for you to receive your check if you are approved. Please do not reach out to Denver Human Services about the status of your application unless six months have passed since applying.
Our teams may require additional documentation from you to complete your application. Any delay in submitting these additional documents will delay your receipt of your check if you are approved. Be sure to complete every page of the application.
For more information on required documentation, please see the "What kind of documentation is required?" tab above.
Can you help me fill out my application?
We sure can! If you need assistance with your application, give us a call at 720-944-4TAX (4829).
I have more questions. What should I do?
Check out our Frequently Asked Questions(PDF, 321KB) document to see if you find your answer. If you don't, give us a call at 720-944-4TAX (4829). One of our staff members will help you.
Language Access
It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please email DHSADASupport@denvergov.org with three business days’ notice.