01/20/2026 Assessment Community Weekly
STAR and property tax delinquency program updated for 2026
We have updated STAR and property tax delinquency general timeline for 2026. The dates for each action are now one month earlier than in previous years.
Note: The timeline and participants of the delinquency program will vary based on the calendar and specifics of your locality.
STAR handout for new homeowners updated for 2026
The English language version of the updated handout is now available. It reflects the Enhanced STAR income limit of $110,750 for the 2026-2027 school year, as well noting that 2024 tax information is required to register for the credit. Translated versions will be updated in the coming weeks.
Note: If the 2025 version opens when selecting the link, refresh the link in your browser window or clear your cache. If you have previously viewed the 2025 version, it may be saved in your browser.
Reminder: New STAR in-person income reporting events
Impacted STAR exemption recipients across the state can attend an in-person income reporting event in the coming weeks. We recently scheduled another event in Niagara County.
To find out when and where, view the schedule on our website.
We will add additional events as details become available.
At these events, Tax Department employees will help homeowners submit their income information and answer any other questions about the STAR program.
Homeowners may also submit their income information using the Homeowner Benefit Portal, our STAR Income Worksheet, or by contacting us at 518-457-2036.
If you are contacted by a property owner about the RP-5300-WSC or one of these events, please direct them to our STAR Resource Center featuring our new Respond to a STAR letter page.
You may also contact the Assessor and County Director Hotline by phone at 518-457-9053 or via email at Assessor.hotline@tax.ny.gov for additional assistance. Please remember, assessor hotline resources are for assessors and county directors and should not be shared with taxpayers.