January 1st of each year is the date when permanent residency is determined, by law. Timely filing period for Homestead exemption starts September 19th through March 1 of the following year (by way of example) 2023. The absolute deadline to file a late file (in this example 2023) is September 19, 2023.
To View Your Exemption Application's Status from the website Go to .polkpa. Click the property search tab. Once you have your search criteria entered, Click the "Search Records" button. In the search results, click the Parcel ID hyperlink of the appropriate property. This opens the Parcel Details Page.
You should complete all required forms and applica�ons for the exemp�on and file them with your county property appraiser. If the property appraiser denies your applica�on, you may file a pe��on with the county's value adjustment board. For more informa�on, see the Pe��ons to the Value Adjustment Board brochure.
If you fail to timely file for the exemption, you waive your entitlement to the exemption for the year.
Do I need to re-apply for my Homestead Exemption every year? No, you do not. The Property Appraiser mails out in January an “Automatic Residential Renewal Receipt” to every homesteaded property owner. If you do not have any changes, you can keep the receipt as proof that you are eligible for the automatic renewal.
You cannot transfer your homestead exemption when you move from a previous Florida homestead to a new Florida homestead. However, you may be able to transfer all or part of your homestead assessment difference.
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.
The applica�on for homestead exemp�on (see Form DR- 501) and other exemp�on forms are on property appraisers' websites and on the Department of Revenue's forms webpage. Submit your homestead applica�on to your county property appraiser. Click here for county property appraiser contact and website informa�on.
All legal Florida residents are eligible for a Homestead Exemption on their homes, condominiums, co-op apartments, and certain mobile home lots if they qualify. The Florida Constitution provides this tax-saving exemption on the first and third $25,000 of the assessed value of an owner/occupied residence.