The Real Property County Tax Exemption Community or Civic Association Application is the Anne Arundel County Office of Finance form for requesting an exemption from County real estate taxes under § 4-2-201(b) of the Anne Arundel County Code. It is one of the Anne Arundel County property tax forms, and it is meant for a community or civic association or corporation that holds property for the use of the lot owners in its community. On this page you can fill out the form online on FillingPDF and download or print the completed PDF; the form itself is published by the county at the official URL below.
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What is Real Property County Tax Exemption Community or Civic Association Application – Anne Arundel County, MD?
The Real Property County Tax Exemption Community or Civic Association Application is the form a community or civic association or corporation completes to ask Anne Arundel County for an exemption from County real estate taxes on a property, in accordance with § 4-2-201(b) of the Anne Arundel County Code.
The Anne Arundel County Office of Finance supplies the form, and under the Code the application is made to the Controller, who determines whether the exemption applies. Under § 4-2-201(b), real property is exempt only if three conditions are met:
- title to the property is held by a nonprofit community civic association or corporation;
- the property is dedicated by appropriate record plat or deed restrictions to the use of the lot owners within the community;
- use of the property is not contingent on dues, fees or other compensation, except assessments solely for the improvement or maintenance of the roads, property or other facilities of the community.
The form walks through each of these conditions with yes/no questions and asks for supporting copies. It also carries a certification signed by an authorized representative, who states that the exemption covers Anne Arundel County real estate taxes only and declares the information true under penalties of perjury. The form is not a credit application: the county lists its separate tax credits, each with its own application, on its tax credits and exemptions page.
Who needs to file Real Property County Tax Exemption Community or Civic Association Application – Anne Arundel County, MD?
A community or civic association or corporation (the form calls it the "Community Association") that wants an exemption from County real estate taxes on property it holds for its community uses this application. The form asks whether the association is a not-for-profit entity and whether it is current with all taxes and fees due to Anne Arundel County.
The exemption depends on the requirements of § 4-2-201(b) of the Anne Arundel County Code, which the form tells you to read before applying: title held by a nonprofit community civic association or corporation, dedication to the use of the lot owners by record plat or deed restrictions, and use not contingent on dues, fees or other compensation (other than assessments solely for improving or maintaining the community's roads, property or other facilities). The association declares on the form that all of these requirements must be satisfied for the exemption to be granted.
The form is signed by an authorized representative of the Community Association, who enters his or her name and title. The exemption covers Anne Arundel County real estate taxes only.
When to file Real Property County Tax Exemption Community or Civic Association Application – Anne Arundel County, MD
The form prints no due date of its own. Anne Arundel County's tax credits page says each program's deadline is set in the County Code and disclosed on the corresponding application, and that the office cannot waive or extend those deadlines; because this form shows none, call the Office of Finance at (410) 222-1748 to confirm timing before you apply.
You complete the application when the association wants the exemption considered for a property. After you submit a completed application, the county sends written notification of approval or denial. If the application is incomplete or raises questions, the county says it will contact you. You can also call (410) 222-1748 to ask about the status of an application.
Documents you need
- Proof of not-for-profit status, such as a copy of the 501(c)(3) determination letter, if you answer Yes to the question whether the Community Association is a not-for-profit entity.
- A copy of the real property record from the Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT) website, for the property for which the exemption is sought.
- A copy of the record plat showing the dedication to the use of the lot owners within the community, if you answer Yes to the record plat dedication question.
- A copy of the deed showing the dedication to the use of the lot owners within the community, if you answer Yes to the deed restrictions question.
- A letter or narrative describing the proposed use of the property by the Community Association or the use of the lot owners within the community.
How to fill out Real Property County Tax Exemption Community or Civic Association Application – Anne Arundel County, MD
Read § 4-2-201(b) first
Read the attached excerpt of County Code § 4-2-201(b) to see whether the requirements for the exemption are satisfied before you complete the form.
Enter the association's details
Enter the name of the Community or Civic Association or Corporation, the primary and secondary telephone numbers, the email address and the mailing address with city, state and ZIP code.
Answer the status questions
Check Yes or No for whether the association is a not-for-profit entity (if Yes, include proof such as a 501(c)(3) determination letter) and whether it is current with all taxes and fees due to Anne Arundel County.
Describe the property
Enter the property address, Parcel ID# (District/Subdivision/Account Number), Tax Map, Block, and Parcel Number, current owner(s) and current use per state record, and the most recent January 1 assessment. Include the real property record from the SDAT website.
Answer the dedication questions
Check Yes or No for dedication by record plat and for dedication by deed restrictions to the use of the lot owners. If Yes, attach the record plat or the deed that shows the dedication.
Attach the use narrative
Attach a letter or narrative describing the proposed use of the property by the Community Association or the use by the lot owners in the community.
Answer the dues and fees questions
Check Yes or No for whether use of the property is contingent on payment of dues, fees or other compensation. If Yes, check whether they are solely for the improvement or maintenance of the roads, property or other facilities of the community.
Sign the certification
The authorized representative enters name and title, then signs and dates the certification, which is made under penalties of perjury and gives the county permission to verify the documentation.
Review and download the completed PDF
Check every part and attachment, then download or print the completed PDF from FillingPDF and send it through the channels described under How to submit.
How to submit Real Property County Tax Exemption Community or Civic Association Application – Anne Arundel County, MD
You can return the application by mail or by email.
- By mail: Anne Arundel County, Office of Finance, Attn: Tax Credits, 44 Calvert Street, Room 110, Annapolis, MD 21401. The form suggests a traceable form of delivery if you use first class mail, because the county is not responsible for problems with mail delivery.
- By email: [email protected]. The form says questions and applications may be submitted by email.
Include every attachment the form calls for (see the required documents list) and the signed certification. For questions, call (410) 222-1748; the Hearing/Speech Impaired line is 711. The Office of Finance lists its hours as 8:00am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday. The form states no fee. FillingPDF lets you fill out and download the PDF; submission follows the county's channels above.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Leaving parts of the application blank; the form warns that failure to complete all parts may result in denial.
- Filling the form in pencil or illegibly; it asks that you type or print using ink only.
- Answering Yes to the not-for-profit question without attaching proof, such as a 501(c)(3) determination letter.
- Omitting the real property record from the Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation website.
- Answering Yes to the record plat or deed restrictions question without attaching the plat or deed showing the dedication.
- Forgetting the letter or narrative describing the proposed use of the property.
- Submitting without the name, title, signature and date of the Community Association Representative.
- Mailing by first class without traceable delivery; the county is not responsible for problems with mail delivery.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Community or Civic Association tax exemption application?
It is the Anne Arundel County Office of Finance form for requesting an exemption from County real estate taxes under § 4-2-201(b) of the County Code. The Controller determines whether the property meets the Code's requirements for community associations.
Who can apply for this exemption?
A community or civic association or corporation that holds property for its community. Under § 4-2-201(b), title must be held by a nonprofit community civic association or corporation, and the property must be dedicated to the use of the lot owners by record plat or deed restrictions.
What documents do I attach to the application?
Attach the SDAT real property record and a letter or narrative on the property's proposed use. Add proof of not-for-profit status, such as a 501(c)(3) letter, if you answer Yes, and the record plat or deed if you answer Yes to either dedication question.
Can use of the property depend on dues or fees?
Only for assessments solely for improving or maintaining the community's roads, property or other facilities. Under § 4-2-201(b), use cannot be contingent on other dues, fees or compensation; the form asks both questions.
Where do I send the application?
Mail it to Anne Arundel County, Office of Finance, Attn: Tax Credits, 44 Calvert Street, Room 110, Annapolis, MD 21401, or email it to [email protected]. The form suggests traceable delivery when you use first class mail.
How will I learn whether the exemption is approved?
The county sends written notification of approval or denial of a completed application. For status, call (410) 222-1748. If the application is incomplete, the county says it will contact you.
Does the exemption cover other taxes?
No. The form's certification states it is an exemption from Anne Arundel County real estate taxes only. The county's tax credits page adds that county credits do not apply to the Solid Waste service charge, the WPRF fee, State of Maryland property taxes or City of Annapolis property taxes.
Can I fill out this application online?
You can fill out the PDF online on FillingPDF and download or print it. FillingPDF is independent of Anne Arundel County and does not file the application; you submit it by mail or email as the form directs.
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