You are 65 years of age, or older, on January 1; You qualify for, and receive, the Florida Homestead Exemption; Your total 'Household Adjusted Gross Income' for everyone who lives on the property cannot exceed statutory limits.
When someone owns property and makes it his or her permanent residence or the permanent residence of his or her dependent, the property owner may be eligible to receive a homestead exemption that would decrease the property's taxable value by as much as $50,000.
Florida Statutes define property tax exemptions that are available in the State of Florida. Application for these exemptions must be made between January 1st and March 1st of the year for which you apply. The initial application must be made in person at the Property Appraiser's office.
Commercial and Residential Agricultural Building Permit Exemptions must meet the following criteria: The property must be designated as Agricultural land by the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser. Only lands that are used primarily for bona fide agricultural purposes will meet this classification.
Property owned by an honorably discharged veteran who is disabled to a degree of 10% or greater by misfortune, or while serving during wartime service is eligible to receive a $5,000 exemption. Applicants must meet the following qualifications: Must be a permanent Florida resident.
First-time Homestead Exemption applicants and persons applying for the Homestead Assessment Difference (Portability) can file online.
To claim a personal exemption, the taxpayer must be able to answer “no” to the intake question, “Can anyone claim you or your spouse as a dependent?” This applies even if another taxpayer does not actually claim the taxpayer as a dependent.
If you're entitled to a certificate because of your medical condition, speak to your GP or doctor. They'll give you an application form. You'll get a certificate in the post within 10 working days of us receiving your application.
Required Documentation for Homestead Exemption Application Your recorded deed or tax bill. Florida Drivers License or Identification Card. Will need to provide ID# and issue date. Vehicle Registration. Will need to provide tag # and issue date. Permanent Resident Alien Card. Will need to provide ID# and issue date.