§ 36 §6263-2 — Extension of time for payment upon death of claimant or spouse

Maine § 36 §6263-2

• Jurisdiction: Maine
• Title 36: TAXATION
• Part 9: TAXPAYER BENEFIT PROGRAMS
• Ch. 908: DEFERRED COLLECTION OF HOMESTEAD PROPERTY TAXES

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1.
Payment extension.
If the taxpayer who claimed homestead property tax deferral dies, or if a spouse who continued the deferral under section 6261 dies, the bureau may extend the time for payment of the deferred taxes and interest accruing with respect to the taxes becoming due and payable under section 6260, subsection 2, if:
2.
Extension terms.
Subject to paragraph B, an extension granted under subsection 1 must be for a period not to exceed 6 years from the date of death. The terms and conditions under which the extension is granted must be in accordance with a written agreement entered into by the bureau and the individual or individuals.
3.
Accrued interest.
During the period of extension, and until paid, the deferred taxes continue to accrue interest in the same manner and at the same rate as provided under section 6255, subsection 3. Interest may not accrue upon interest.

Legislative History

PL 1989, c. 534, §C1 (NEW). PL 2023, c. 441, Pt. B, §6 (AMD). PL 2023, c. 441, Pt. B, §7 (AFF).