Florida Homestead Exemption Rules In Harris
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First-time Homestead Exemption applicants and persons applying for the Homestead Assessment Difference (Portability) can file online.
Here's how a homestead exemption can translate to savings. A homestead valued at $400,000, taxed at 1%, is eligible for an exemption of $50,000. The property's taxable value will be $350,000, and the tax bill $3,500. Without the exemption, the property tax bill would be $4,000.
To receive the benefit of the homestead exemption, the taxpayer must file an initial application. In Harris County, the application is filed with the Tax Commissioners Office. The application must be filed between January 1 and April 1 of the year for which the exemption is first claimed by the taxpayer.
A 20% optional homestead exemption is given to all homeowners in Harris County. If the value of your home is $100,000, applying the exemption will decrease its taxable value for Harris County taxes from $100,000 to $80,000.
In addition to the proof of Florida residency, you must be residing on the property as your primary residence as of January 1st. Social Security numbers are required for all owners and their spouses making application, even if the spouse does not own and/or reside on the property, per Florida Statute.
