Atlanta, GA, October 14, 2025
News Summary
Senior homeowners in Atlanta have a limited time to apply for the Anti-Displacement Tax Relief Fund, with applications due by May 30, 2025. The program aims to prevent displacement from rising taxes, providing financial relief for those eligible. Wayne Martin, a candidate for City Council, highlighted the program’s benefits during a recent press conference featuring senior beneficiaries. Prospective applicants must meet specific criteria, including age, residency, and income requirements, and can freeze their property taxes for up to 20 years.
Atlanta’s Anti-Displacement Tax Relief Fund Deadline Approaches for Senior Homeowners
Atlanta’s senior homeowners have a limited time to apply for the city’s Anti-Displacement Tax Relief Fund, with only two weeks remaining before the application deadline. The final date for applications is set for Friday, May 30, 2025. This program aims to assist senior residents facing displacement due to rising taxes and property values.
To promote understanding and participation in this program, Wayne Martin, a candidate for Atlanta City Council District 11 and former vice president at Morehouse School of Medicine, hosted an emergency news conference at the intersection of Beecher Street and Cascade Avenue in Southwest Atlanta. The event featured senior residents and community supporters who have already benefited from the relief fund, sharing their experiences.
The Anti-Displacement Tax Relief Fund is part of a broader initiative administered by Invest Atlanta, backed by a $10 million commitment from the Centennial Yards Housing Trust Fund. The primary goal of this initiative is to prevent the displacement of senior homeowners caused by gentrification and the increases in property values.
For residents to qualify for the program, they must meet several requirements: they need to be 60 years old or older, have lived in Atlanta since 2015, maintain an active homestead exemption, meet specified income limits, and own their home free of liens or other encumbrances. The program allows eligible residents to freeze their property tax rates at current levels for up to 20 years, covering future tax increases.
Wayne Martin emphasized that the relief fund is entirely privately financed and does not rely on city tax revenues. The funding for the program comes from developers involved in the Centennial Yards project, as part of a community benefits agreement related to a major downtown redevelopment.
During the news conference, local seniors who have enrolled in the program presented their testimonials. For example, Diane Trimble, who has lived in Oakland City for 40 years, indicated that she applied due to rising taxes on her fixed income. Another resident, Linda Brantley from Beecher Hills, noted that the relief provided encourages her to feel secure about future tax increases.
In his remarks, Martin urged eligible residents to apply for this vital assistance immediately and encouraged the community to help share the information widely. He stressed that seniors have shared their lives and contributed meaningfully to their communities, and they deserve to age in place with dignity.
Those interested in applying for the Anti-Displacement Tax Relief Fund can visit the Invest Atlanta website at investatlanta.com/taxrelief. Additionally, seniors may reach out to community partners such as Meals on Wheels Atlanta, Rebuilding Together Atlanta, and The Nehemiah Project for more assistance in the application process.
Key Features of the Program
- Eligibility: 60 years old or older, residents since 2015, active homestead exemption, income limits, and no liens.
- Tax Benefit: Freezes property tax rates for up to 20 years, covering future increases.
- Funding Source: $10 million from Centennial Yards Housing Trust Fund, not city tax revenues.
- Application Deadline: May 30, 2025.
FAQ
What is the Anti-Displacement Tax Relief Fund?
The Anti-Displacement Tax Relief Fund is part of a citywide initiative administered by Invest Atlanta, aimed at preventing displacement of senior homeowners caused by gentrification and rising property values.
Who is eligible to apply for the program?
Eligible residents must be 60 years old or older, have lived in Atlanta since 2015, maintain an active homestead exemption, meet income limits, and own their home free of liens or other encumbrances.
When is the application deadline?
The final deadline to apply for the Anti-Displacement Tax Relief Fund is Friday, May 30, 2025.
Where can seniors apply for the tax relief fund?
Residents can apply for the fund by visiting investatlanta.com/taxrelief or reaching out to community partners like Meals on Wheels Atlanta, Rebuilding Together Atlanta, and The Nehemiah Project.
Key Features Chart
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Eligibility Requirements | 60 years or older, resident since 2015, active homestead exemption, income limits, own home free of liens |
| Funding Source | $10 million from Centennial Yards Housing Trust Fund |
| Property Tax Benefits | Freezes property tax rates for up to 20 years. Covers future increases. |
| Application Deadline | May 30, 2025 |
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Additional Resources
- Fox 5 Atlanta: Freeze Property Taxes Initiative
- Wikipedia: Property Tax
- Atlanta News First: Black Tax Fest 2025
- Google Search: Tax Relief Program
- The New York Times: Trump Tax Bonds
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Tax
- Reuters: Republican Budget Proposal
- Google News: Atlanta Tax Relief Fund
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