Charities and religious groups that are seeking an exemption from property taxes before the start of the fiscal year can file a Preliminary Consideration Form. There are two options:
Before you get started by mail
We make forms available in April and they are generally due by July 31. For Fiscal Year 2025, forms are due August 1, 2024.
When applying, an organization will need to give us additional information about the organization and the property, such as the articles of organization, trust, and by-laws as examples.
Complete your preliminary consideration form
Print out and complete the Fiscal Year 2025 Preliminary Consideration Information Requisition Form.
Can't download the form? Please contact the Board of Review, at 617-635-3942. They will send you a Preliminary Consideration Information Requisition Form that you can complete.
Mail us your completed form
1 City Hall Square
Before you get started in person
We make forms available in April and they are generally due by July 31. For Fiscal Year 2025, forms are due August 1, 2024.
When applying, an organization will need to give us additional information about the organization and the property, such as the articles of organization, trust, and by-laws as examples.
Complete your preliminary consideration form
Print out and complete the Fiscal Year 2025 Preliminary Consideration Information Requisition Form.
Can't download the form? You can also fill one out at the Assessing Department in Boston City Hall, Room 301.
Go to Boston City Hall
Bring your completed Preliminary Consideration Information Requisition Form to Boston City Hall:
1 City Hall Square
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Contact:
Assessing
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1 City Hall Square
Room 301Boston, MA 02201-2011
