Exemption Form Homestead Withdrawal In Florida
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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.
Your homestead and most other exemptions will automatically renew every year, unless you notify our office that you are no longer eligible.
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.
In order to rescind the homestead exemption status in its entirety, all exemption applicants must agree to do so by completing and signing this form. Submit the completed form in person, by US Mail, via email to: exemptions@leepa, or fax it to: 239-533-6038.
Florida law requires that you re-apply for the Homestead exemption anytime there has been a change of ownership. You MUST re-apply by March 1st. Even if you have always lived there, you must re-apply! If you are moving to a new property you must file for Homestead on the new property by March 1st.
Filing for a homestead exemption in Florida can lead to substantial property tax savings. The exemption is designed to reduce the taxable value of a homeowner's primary residence, ultimately lowering the overall property tax bill. Florida law provides a generous exemption of up to $50,000 for eligible homesteads.
Please Note: We are currently accepting E-file applications for the tax year 2025 only. To be eligible for homestead exemption, you must be a permanent resident of Florida, who owns real property as of January 1 of the year in which you are applying.
How long do exemptions continue? Your exemptions may be automatically renewed each year, in January, as long as title does not change on the property and your residency status remains the same. Please note: Florida Law requires filing a new application when any title change or change in the recorded deed is made.
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.
