Non-Profit, Religious, Educational & Governmental Exemptions - Click here to learn more. Homestead Exemption does not transfer from property to property. If you had this exemption last year on another property and moved, you must file a new application for your new residence.
Completed applications can also be mailed to our office at 115 South Andrews Avenue, Room 111, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301. You may also call our office at (954) 357-5579 for assistance with filing for any exemption or to schedule a virtual meeting with our staff.
This means that both spouses own the property equally. And if one spouse passes away the otherMoreThis means that both spouses own the property equally. And if one spouse passes away the other automatically inherits the entire property. This is a common way for married couples to hold property.
MAILING ADDRESS CHANGES If your mailing address is incorrect or if the name of an owner is misspelled, please notify our Data Entry Section by mail, or email at address@bcpa, or fax to 954.357. 6894 in order for us to keep our records up to date. Be sure to let us know if your mailing address changes in the future.
Florida law provides for property tax exemption(s) to eligible nonprofit organizations that own and use their property for charitable, religious, literary, educational, or scientific purposes.
Nonprofit organizations may qualify for exemption from some Florida taxes. Each tax is separate and distinct and has its own requirements.
Nonprofit status may make an organization eligible for certain benefits, such as state sales, property, and income tax exemptions; however, this corporate status does not automatically grant exemption from federal income tax.
Real estate owned by certain religious, charitable or educational entities that are used for religious, charitable or educational purposes is exempt from property taxation. An exemption must be applied for through the Property Appraiser's office. The exemption is not automatic.