Renter's Rebate Program

State law provides a reimbursement program for Connecticut renters who are elderly (65+), or totally disabled (18+ as defined by Social Security) whose incomes do not exceed certain limits.  Applications for the program are accepted from April 1 to October 1. https://uwc.211ct.org/renters-rebate-for-elderlydisabled/

Kent Social Services will be accepting documents for Renter’s Rebate program between April 15 and September 30 by appointment only. In-person appointments will be held at the Kent Senior Center. In the event that you are unable to attend an in-person appointment, please call our office at (860)-927-1586.

Guidelines:

  1. Renter must have resided in CT for a one year period prior to filing application
  2. Renter, or spouse if living together, must have been 65 years of age by December 31, 2022 OR be 50 years of age or older and the surviving spouse of a renter, who at the time of their death qualified was entitled to tax relief
  3. Renter 18+ years old who are receiving Social Security Disability or Disability benefits
  4. Qualifying income: _____Single not to exceed $49,100 or _____ Married not to exceed $40,300

Documentation Needed:

  • Rent Payment record for the entire 2022 year.  Ask your Landlord for a letter stating your name, address, and payment record for 2022
  • Electric/gas/water/fuel payment record for entire 2022 year.  Call each of your utility companies and ask for a letter stating payment record for 2022
  • Social Security benefits statement for 2022 (SSA 1099)
  • Bank interest statement and dividends for 2022 (1099s)
  • Pension statement for 2022 (1099s)
  • Copy of 2022 Federal income tax return (1040), if filed

You must apply for your rebate in the town you currently live in, even if you rented in 2022 in another
Connecticut town. If you rented for less than 1 year, the rebate is prorated for the time that you rented.

Questions, call 860-927-1586

Click here for the 2023 Renter's Rebate Application form.

 

Click here for Question and Answer Booklet
Click here for Letter for Verification of Rent Paid