Property tax relief available for homes damaged in July 1 extreme weather
Homeowners impacted by the July 1 extreme weather event can apply for property tax cancellation, reduction, or refund if repairs prevented normal use for at least three months.
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The City of Ottawa is offering property tax relief for homeowners whose properties were significantly damaged by the July 1, 2026 extreme weather event.
Property owners whose homes became substantially unusable or required repairs that prevented normal use for at least three months may be eligible for a cancellation, reduction, or refund of a portion of their 2026 property taxes. Eligible properties will receive a prorated adjustment to their tax bill.
Applications must be submitted by February 28, 2027. Supporting materials should include photographs of damaged areas and any other available documentation. The city offers multiple submission options: online at the property taxes cancellation, reduction or refund portal; by email to taxadjustments@ottawa.ca; by mail to City of Ottawa Revenue Services, c/o Tax Adjustments Section, 100 Constellation Drive, 4th Floor East, Ottawa, ON K2G 6J8; or by fax to 613-580-2457.
An acknowledgment letter will be sent once the application is received. For questions, residents can contact Revenue Services at 613-580-2444 (TTY: 613-580-2401) or email taxadjustments@ottawa.ca.
The source does not specify how much property tax relief individual homeowners can expect to receive or provide specific criteria for what qualifies as "substantially unusable."
How long will the city take to review and respond to applications?
What specific criteria define 'substantially unusable'?
We'll update this story as answers emerge.
The facts
What property tax relief is available after the July 1, 2026 extreme weather in Ottawa?
The City of Ottawa offers cancellation, reduction, or refund of a portion of 2026 property taxes for homeowners whose homes were substantially damaged or required repairs that prevented normal use for at least three months.
When is the deadline to apply for property tax relief in Ottawa?
Applications must be submitted by February 28, 2027.
What documents should be included with an Ottawa property tax relief application?
Photographs of damaged areas and any other available documentation should be submitted with the application.
