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Tax Relief Assistance Programs

The Salt Lake County Treasurer’s Office oversees several tax relief programs available to qualified homeowners.

 

Circuit Breaker Tax Abatement

Treasurer

The Circuit Breaker tax relief program assists eligible elderly homeowners by reducing property taxes on their primary residence.

Indigent Relief (Abatement)

Treasurer

Homeowners may receive an abatement which is the smaller of the maximum homeowner's credit or 50% of the remaining tax due after deducting other relief.

Hardship Relief

Treasurer

Providing financial assistance to individuals experiencing hardship and supporting them during challenging times.

Veteran Relief

Treasurer

Salt Lake County offers tax relief programs specifically designed to aid disabled veterans.

Blind Relief

Treasurer

Providing financial assistance and support to individuals experiencing hardship, especially those who are hard of sight.

Senior Deferral

Treasurer

Deferral of current year property taxes for residents above the age of 75.

Home Energy Assistance Target (HEAT) Program

Treasurer

The HEAT Program provides year-round energy and water assistance as well as energy and water-related crisis assistance for eligible low income households throughout Utah.
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Animal Assistance Programs

Salt Lake County Animal Services offers a variety of programs to help care for animals and support their guardians across our community.

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Health & Safety Services

Salt Lake County's top priority is the well-being of all County residents. We offer a wide variety of programs, services, and information to serve our community.

Find Immunizations

Health Department

Offering all required and recommended immunizations for children, adolescents, and adults.

Behavioral Health Services

Behavioral Health

Support for those suffering from the symptoms of mental health & substance use disorders.

Injury Prevention Program

Health Department

Education programs dedicated to preventing injuries across all age groups.

Learn about Lead Safe Housing

Regional Development

Learn how to protect your child from harmful lead exposure.

STD/HIV Clinic

Health Department

STD prevention education, and low-cost testing & treatment.

Tuberculosis Clinic

Health Department

Helping to screen, identify, evaluate, and treat people with, or at high risk for, tuberculosis.

Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Program

Health Department

Helping pregnant women, new mothers, and young children eat well and stay healthy.

Healthy Communities

Health Department

For those interested in working to improve the health and well-being of local communities.

Optum Health

Behavioral Health

Mental Health recovery, healing, and transformation.

BeWise

Health Department

Health coaching and classes for low-income women aged 40–64.

Vital Records

Health Department

Certified copies of birth and death certificates for anyone born or who died anywhere in Utah.

Children's Car Seats

Health Department

Free car seat installation classes and low-cost car seats sold on an income-based sliding fee scale.

Housing Stability Resources

The County continues to support housing stability through the Salt Lake County Stability Fund and the Housing Trust Fund, and continued support from our Housing and Community Development Team.  

Eviction Prevention and Mediation

Utah Community Action offers eviction prevention and mediation services, including funds for arrear rental and utility assistance, and solutions to resolve eviction cases without legal intervention.

Legal Representation and Consultation

Legal representation and consultation for issues such as eviction notices, unlawful lockouts without court orders, safety-related repairs, and false claims of abandonment by landlords.

Housing Asset Manager

The Housing Asset Manager oversees rental inventory, manages relationships with landlords to expand housing options and works on establishing local fair housing practices that landlords can adhere to.
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Refugee Services

We welcome New Americans to Salt Lake County and connect with services and programs to maximize quality of life, and civic, social, and economic potential.

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Homelessness Services

Serving and connecting those at risk of or experiencing homelessness with community services and resources. Salt Lake County's goal is for all residents to achieve self-sufficiency and housing stability.

Homeless Services

Regional Development

Salt Lake County resources and coalitions dedicated to ending homelessness.

Homeless Resource Directory

Regional Development

Resources and programs for those experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness.

Housing & Community Services

Regional Development

Programs focused on ending homelessness and retaining housing.

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Substance Abuse Services

Addiction has no bias and can affect anyone. Salt Lake County services and partners provide care for substance abuse and long-term recovery.

Substance Abuse Immediate Help

Behavioral Health

Find crisis help or detox programs for yourself or a loved one.

Substance Abuse

Behavioral Health

Programs, assistance, and information on substance abuse.

Behavioral Health

Behavioral Health

Programs, assistance, and information on behavioral health.

Tobacco Use Prevention

Health Department

Programs to prevent tobacco use or aid in quitting.

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Senior Services

We offer a variety of services and programs designed to meet the needs of our community's diverse population of older adults and those who care for them.

We serve over 19,000 individuals each year with a goal of promoting independence through advocacy, engagement, and access to resources.

Find Senior Centers

Aging & Adult Services

Find a nearby senior center or join activities and programs online.

Find services for seniors

Aging & Adult Services

Services for our community's diverse population of older adults and those who care for them.

Meals on Wheels

Aging & Adult Services

Nutritious meal delivery to homebound older adults experiencing frailty & isolation.

Rides for Wellness

Aging & Adult Services

Rides to medical appointments such as dialysis, chemotherapy, and physical therapy.

Find 55+ Services

Aging & Adult Services

Search for or explore one of the many services offered for older adults.

Healthy Aging Program

Aging & Adult Services

Make new friends, try something new or enjoy something familiar.

Alternatives Program

Aging & Adult Services

Home-based care services for older adults to maintain independence.

Senior Caregiver Support

Aging & Adult Services

Support groups, services, and information for caregivers.

Senior Companion

Aging & Adult Services

Help other seniors maintain their independence and provide a respite to caregivers.

Senior Law Center

Aging & Adult Services

Legal aid in the areas of health, housing, public benefits, family, and consumer issues.

Health Promotion & Education

Aging & Adult Services

Classes and workshops on the importance of staying healthy and offering opportunities for physical activity.

Ombudsman

Aging & Adult Services

Advocacy & complaint resolution for those residing in facility-based care.

Senior Health Insurance Information Program

Aging & Adult Services

Medicare counseling & information on healthcare benefits.
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Youth Services

Whether it be substance abuse treatment or job training skills, free counseling or a safe place to go after school, Salt Lake County Youth Services programs are working towards the a common goal: to provide youth with a place of safety, shelter and support.

Youth Services

Youth Services

Family-based services offering hope, guidance, advocacy, and peer support.

Youth Services Counseling & Receiving

Youth Services

Counseling for youth & families; from immediate crisis to long-term mental health services.

Afterschool Programs

Youth Services

Youth Services’ afterschool programs focus on academic improvement and building positive relationships through adult mentorship, social emotional learning, and character development.

Substance Abuse - Youth

Youth Services

Evaluation and treatment for substance use in youth and teens.

Safe Kids

Health Department

Your safety resource for children; from seatbelt education, to drowning & fire prevention.

Safe Place Program

Youth Services

More than 80 Safe Place sites are spread throughout Salt Lake County in public places such as libraries, fire stations and recreation centers.

Resource Homes

Youth Services

Shelter care for those ages 0-18, providing a place of safety, nurturing, and support.

Housing - Milestone Transitional Living Program

Youth Services

Ending the cycle of homelessness and dependency by helping young adults become self-sufficient
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Home & Property Services

Support services and information to assist Salt Lake County residents maintain safety, fairness, and health in their homes.

Read about Green & Healthy Homes

Regional Development

Creating healthy, safe, energy efficient homes for low- to moderate- income families.

Learn about Lead Safe Housing

Regional Development

Learn how to protect your child from harmful lead exposure.

Get My Property Record

Recorder

Review and monitor details and vital information about your property.

Property Watch

Recorder

Stay notified on any recorded changes to your property.

Housing Vouchers

Regional Development

Programs that partners with residents to provide housing vouchers

Discriminatory Housing Practices

Recorder

File a Restrictive Covenant Amendment with your property record.

Housing Repair & Development Programs

Regional Development

Resources for home rehab, renovations, and emergency home repairs.

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Human Rights Resources

Resources and action-oriented materials for the equal treatment of people everywhere.

Elected Officials

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Treasurer

K. Wayne Cushing

Bills and collects all real property taxes, administers statutory tax relief programs, refunds tax overpayments, distributes all taxes collected to local tax entities.
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Recorder

Rashelle Hobbs

Maintains records of property ownership, liens, filings, etc. as well as legal descriptions and related plats of all property in the county..
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Mayor

Jenny Wilson

Wilson became Mayor in 2019 after serving ten years on the Salt Lake County Council. As the county grows and thrives, she is focused on the changing needs of citizens, businesses and the community.