If you purchased a home in 2021. You have until april 30th to file for this exemption. Follow along.MoreIf you purchased a home in 2021. You have until april 30th to file for this exemption. Follow along. So what we're gonna do is go to fort bend county dot org. And then what we're gonna do here is go
A homestead exemption in Fort Bend County can reduce the taxable value of your property by up to 20%, potentially saving 20% on your property tax bill.
Homestead exemptions primarily work by reducing your home value in the eyes of the tax assessor. So if you qualify for a $50,000 exemption and your home is worth $200,000, then you will be taxed as if your home is worth only $150,000.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION Attach a copy of each property owner's driver's license or state-issued personal identification certificate. The address listed on the driver's license or state-issued personal identification certificate must correspond to the property address for which the exemption is requested.
There are multiple ways to file a Homestead Exemption application Form 50-114, however the online option is the fastest, and details are provided in the transcript below.