S.2259

Permits every municipality in the state to offer a homestead tax exemption of up to 20% of assessed value on residential properties, and also provides that municipalities that grant greater exemptions not be limited by this section.

Introduced·1/23/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2259 allows municipalities to offer a homestead tax exemption of up to 20% of assessed value on residential properties.

Rhode Island S2259 permits every municipality in the state to offer a homestead tax exemption of up to 20% of assessed value on residential properties. This exemption applies to properties used exclusively for residential purposes and improved with a dwelling containing less than four units. Municipalities that previously granted greater exemptions are exempt from the 20% limit. The act also allows for proration of the exemption if property is sold or transferred during the year. This act takes effect upon passage.

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Housing and Municipal Government Committee
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History

Jan 23

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Housing and Municipal Government