Wisconsin Lottery and Gaming Credit Program

Sec. 79.10, Wis. Stats.

  1. What is the lottery and gaming credit?

  2. Who qualifies for the lottery and gaming credit?

  3. Do I have to apply for the lottery and gaming credit?

  4. How is the lottery and gaming credit calculated?​

  5. Does a manufactured/mobile home that pays a monthly permit fee qualify?

  6. Did I receive the lottery and gaming credit?

  7. What if the lottery and gaming credit isn't listed on my tax bill?

  8. What if I purchased my home after January 1?

  9. What happens if a property qualifying for the lottery and gaming credit is sold after January 1?

  10. Can I claim more than one lottery and gaming credit?

  11. Who do I let know if a property no longer qualifies for the lottery and gaming credit?

  12. What happens if I split my property during the year and the municipal or county treasurer prepares an assessment of a divided parcel, under state law (sec. 70.323, Wis. Stats.)?

  13. What if I build a new home?

  14. Can I receive the lottery and gaming credit, and the First Dollar Credit?

  15. Do I qualify for the lottery and gaming credit if I hold a Life Estate?

  16. Do I qualify for the lottery and gaming credit if I am buying the property on a land contract?

  17. Do I qualify for the lottery and gaming credit if I am the beneficiary of a property that is in a trust?

  18. I didn't receive the lottery and gaming credit on my property tax bill for previous years. Can I apply for the lottery and gaming credit refund for those years?

  19. Who should I contact if I have additional questions?


​Contact Us

MS 6-97
Wisconsin Department of Revenue​
Local Government Services Bureau
PO Box 8971
Madison, WI 53708-8971
Fax: (608) 264-6887
Email: lgs@wisconsin.gov
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