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N.J. governor extends Anchor property tax relief program application until the end of February

ByKrystal Knapp Updated

More than two million New Jersey residents are eligible to receive up to $1,500 in property tax relief under the state’s new Anchor property tax relief program. 

To be eligible for this benefit, you must have occupied your primary residence on Oct. 1st, 2019. You must also file, or be exempt from filling, New Jerey income taxes. Homeowners and renters can apply online and via mail. Homeowners also have the option to apply by phone by calling 1-877-658-2972.

For specific questions about the program and to see if you qualify, visit the ANCHOR FAQ page and watch this video from the New Jersey Treasurer’s Office.  

The deadline to Feb. 28. Start your application on the New Jersey Department of the Treasury website


Krystal Knapp is the founding editor of Planet Princeton. Follow her on Twitter @krystalknapp. She can be reached via email at editor AT planetprinceton.com. Send all letters to the editor and press releases to that email address.