Local Government and School Accountability
Real Property Tax Cap Information for School Districts
Legislation
Guidelines and FAQ Information:
The New York State Education Department has issued official guidance materials (including Frequently Asked Questions) in order to assist school district officials in calculating their allowable levy limit. That information can be found at SED's website.
General Information:
- Property Tax Cap Filing Website [This website is only accessible to local governments and school districts that are required to file a property tax cap form]
- Tax Base Growth Factors for School Districts [pdf]
On-Line Reporting Form:
Calculating Carryover:
- Example [pdf]
- Calculator [.xls] - Call 518.473.0006 if you have any problems with opening up this file.
Pension Exclusion:
Other Information:
- Accounting Bulletin - Reserve for Excess Tax Levy [pdf]
Issued to: Chief Executive Officers and Chief Fiscal Officers -- Updated January 2012 (Originally Issued December 2011)
Please submit questions and/or suggestions to LGSAMonitoring@osc.state.ny.us