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Tax Abatement Information

Have a Question About Perry's Tax Abatement Program?

Start here! Find information on Frequently Asked Questions, Building Requirements, Housing Studies, and More! 
Frequently Asked Questions

Tax Abatement at a Glance

The City of Perry Urban Revitalization Plan Objectives are as follows:
  • To encourage new construction of residential properties through abatement of taxes on the value of the improvements.
  • To encourage the remodeling, renovation, rehabilitation or addition to residential properties through abatement of taxes on the value of improvements.
  • To improve economic conditions and housing opportunities in the area and take steps to enhance the general attractiveness and marketability of the Urban Revitalization Area.  

New Construction assessed as residential property and which satisfies the qualification requirements is eligible for a temporary exemption from taxation as follows: 
  • For the first year, one hundred percent.
  • For the second year, one hundred percent.
  • For the third year, one hundred percent.
  • For the fourth year, one hundred percent.
  • For the fifth year, one hundred percent.
  • For the sixth year, eighty-five percent.
  • For the seventh year, sixty percent.
  • For the eighth year, forty-five percent.
  • For the ninth year, thirty percent.
  • For the tenth year, fifteen percent.
 
Improvements consisting of rehabilitation or additions to existing improvements which increase the actual assessed value of the qualified real estate by at least $20,000 for property assessed as residential and 15% for property assessed as multi-family residential shall be eligible for exemption on only the improved value as follows:
  • For the first year, one hundred percent.
  • For the second year, one hundred percent.
  • For the third year, one hundred percent.
  • For the fourth year, one hundred percent.
  • For the fifth year, one hundred percent. 

If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact:
Sven Peterson
City Administrator
Phone: 515-465-2481
E-mail

Documents 

City of Perry Urban Revitalization Plan
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Application for Tax Abatement
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City of Perry Green Building Program
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Green Building Program Worksheet
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Click here for Housing Studies 

City of Perry, Iowa- 'Make Yourself At Home!' | 1102 Willis Avenue P.O. Box 545, Perry, IA 50220 | (515) 465-2481
  • Government
    • Agendas & Minutes
    • Mayor & Council
    • Administration >
      • City Administrator
      • Finance Officer >
        • Human Resources
      • City Clerk
    • Employment Opportunities
    • Departments >
      • Cemetery
      • Compliance
      • Garbage & Recycling
      • Library
      • Parks, Recreation & Culture
      • Perry Water Works
      • Perry Municipal Airport
      • Planning & Zoning
      • Public Safety
      • Public Works
      • Waste Water
    • Boards & Commissions >
      • Airport Commission
      • Historic Preservation
      • Library Board
      • Parks & Recreation
      • Planning & Zoning
      • Tree Board
      • Zoning Board of Adjustment
    • Code of Ordinances
    • Contacts & Staff Directory
    • Website Disclaimer
  • Resident Info
    • Fireworks
    • COVID-19 Coronaviris Information
    • Waste Water Treatment Plant Project
    • Pet Registration
    • Garbage & Recycling
    • Yard Waste
    • Property Maintenance
    • Rental Property Code Enforcement
    • Community Calendar
    • Contacts & Staff Directory
    • Links of Interest
    • Maps
    • Media/ News
  • Chamber of Commerce
    • About Us >
      • Contact Us
      • Member Benefits
      • New Member Application
      • Member Login
    • Member Directory
    • Map of Businesses
    • Job Postings
    • Events >
      • Calendar
      • BRR
      • Chocolate Walk
      • Big Boom Bracket Battle
      • Farmers Market
      • July 4th Celebration
      • Weather
  • Business & Development
    • Tax Abatement
    • Community Development >
      • Solar Resources
      • Residential Development
      • Sustainability
      • Common THREAD
    • Business Resources
    • Locate Here >
      • Incentives
      • Sites and Buildings
    • Greater Dallas County Development Alliance
    • Dallas County Development Guide
    • Perry Economic Development, Inc.
    • Plans & Studies >
      • Comprehensive Plan 2030
      • Housing Studies
      • Iowa Living Roadways- Community Visioning
  • Culture & Recreation
    • McCreary Center >
      • Programs
    • Camping
    • Public Parks
    • Dog Park
    • Trails
    • Carnegie Library Museum
    • Hometown Heritage
    • Forest Park Museum
  • I Want To . . .