The applications for new and returning permissive tax exemptions are available online or at City Hall. Applications must be submitted on the prescribed application form no later than 4:30 p.m. on Monday, July 17, 2023.
Permissive tax exemptions provide a reduction in property taxation and are a recognition of the value of volunteers and volunteer groups and agencies to the social, cultural, educational and physical well-being of Vernon.
Non-profit organizations and places of worship may apply as long as the subject property meets the criteria established by Council policy. For places of worship in which the church property is owned by or on behalf of a recognized church, the land surrounding the church building may be exempted to a maximum of seven times the area of the church building. Manses, including land equivalent to a normal-sized City lot, are not exempt from taxation.
Eligibility for exemption for other non-profit organizations is based on the principal use of the property. A property will be eligible for the exemption if the applicant:
Applications are available on the City’s website at www.vernon.ca/propertytaxes or for pick up at City Hall (3400 30 Street). For more information, please call 250-550-3560.