Homestead Exemption

WHAT IS A HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION?
Homestead Exemption is a tax reduction allowable to homeowners who make their property their permanent residence. If approved, this exemption could reduce the taxable value of your residence by up to $25,000. As a result, the homeowner would enjoy a substantial savings on the taxes levied on their property by the various taxing authorities.

Homeowners must file an initial application and as long as they remain entitled, their exemption will be automatically renewed each year and a renewal receipt will be mailed to them.

It is, however, the responsibility of the owner to notify the Property Appraiser of any change in their exemption status.

Florida law requires the filing of a new application when any title change is made.

HOW TO QUALIFY
As of January 1st, you must:

	-be a legal resident of State of Florida
	-have recorded legal or beneficial title to the property on which you are applying
	-be making the property your permanent legal residence

WHEN TO FILE

	-January 1st through March 1st - Regular Filing time (For the current tax year)
	-March 2nd through December 31st - Prefiling (For the upcoming tax year)

For the best service and so that you can avoid long lines at the regular filing time, we recommend prefiling your application.

HOW TO FILE     

	-File in person
	-File by mail

New homeowners can expect to receive an original application with instructions on how to file. You can also call to have an application mailed to you. If you prefer, you can bring the required information to our office and we will be glad to assist you in filing. In any case, the application must be completed and submitted with the proper proof of residency information.