What is considered a severe disability?
You are considered to have a severe disability if any of the following apply:
You don't qualify for this exemption if one of the following applies:
- You permanently lost the use of one or both feet.
- You permanently lost the use of both hands.
- You are permanently blind.
- You are unable to earn a living due to a permanent condition or impairment of indefinite duration.
- You have a permanent condition that, without special equipment or outside help, limits your ability to:
- Earn a living
- Maintain a household
- Transport yourself
You don't qualify for this exemption if one of the following applies:
- You have a temporary disability from an injury or illness and are expected to recover.
- Your condition keeps you from doing your former work but does not prevent you from doing other kinds of work without special equipment.
