How To File Your 38D Property Tax Return Online

We mail notice letters. The letter will give you instructions on how to fill out the 38D Property Tax Return. You must return the Property Tax Return type that we request in the letter.

PLEASE NOTE:

You must file your return within 60 days of the mailing date on the notice. If you fail to comply within 60 days of the request, it may be grounds for dismissal of a filing at the appellate tax board. You may also face a fine of $50 for residential properties, or $250 for commercial or industrial properties. Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 59,S 38D has more information.

Please download the required Excel workbook to make the process accurate and efficient. Once you have completed the file, you will submit your return in the next step.

Please refer to the notice letter that we sent you to choose the correct form for your property from the links below. Available forms include:

• Form A2 - if you own or lease an apartment or lodging property
• Form D  - if you own or lease a dormitory or student housing
• Form H - if you own or lease a hotel, motel or a bed and breakfast
• Form NC - if you own or lease a new construction property
• Form O - if you own or lease an office building
• Form PK - if you own or lease a parking facility
• Form SH - if you own or lease subsidized housing
• Form ST1 - if you own or lease a self-storage facility
• Form W - if you own or lease wireless telecommunication

When saving your workbook, please add the 10-digit parcel ID (PID) to the file name. The format should look like the following: PID_38D_FY27_W

Now that your Excel workbook is complete, you can submit it along with any other required information and attachments through our secure online system.

38D Submission Form