City of Philadelphia
Department of Revenue - Department of Revenue - Longtime Owner Occupants Program (LOOP)
Offers a real estate tax relief program for eligible homeowners whose property assessments (after the Homestead Exemption) increased by 50% or more from last year or 75% over the past five years. Participants must also meet income (see website) and length of home ownership requirements.
1401 John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Eligibility:
  • Homeowner whose primary residence’s assessment increased by 50% from last year OR 75% in last 5 years
    • Lived in home 10+ years
    • Property taxes are current, or have an Owner Occupied Payment Agreement or installment plan
    • Meet income limits
  • Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm
    Phone/FAX Numbers
    • (215) 686-6442
    Email Address: revenue@phila.gov
    Fee Amounts: Services provided free of charge.
    Intake Procedure: Apply online; follow the instructions on the website.

    Or print out an application from the link on the website, fill it out, and mail to:
    Philadelphia Department of Revenue
    PO Box 53250
    Philadelphia, PA 19105
    Geographical Area: Philadelphia County
    Helpful Tips: LOOP limits your home’s assessment increase to 50-75% and locks in that assessment for as long as you remain eligible.
    You cannot enroll in LOOP and the Homestead Exemption at the same time. Calculate which would get you a bigger discount.
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    City of Philadelphia
    Department of Revenue - Department of Revenue - Longtime Owner Occupants Program (LOOP)
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