Homestead Exemption

What Do I Need To Do?

All persons seeking homestead exemption must complete an origional application (Form DR 501)  Check with your local county property appraiser for filing instructions.

What Information Do I Need To Bring?

• A recorded dee or tax bill with your name

• Social Security number for each owner

• Proof of Residency for all owners who occupy the property

• Florida Driver's License and Florida Auto Tag Registration ( if you drive )

• Florida Voter Regristration Card ( if registered to vote)

When Do I Apply?

The normal filing time for homestead begins January 1 and last through March 1.  All exemtion applications for that your must be filed by March 1.  You may pre-file for the following year from March 2 through December 31.

* If you have further questions, please contact your local county property appraiser

Where Can I File?

Seminole County
1101 E. First Street, Sanford, FL 32771
Phone: 407-665-7502
http://www.scpafl.org/

Orange County
200 S. Orange AVe., Suite 1700, Orlando, FL 32801
Phone: 407-836-5055
http://www.ocpafl.org/

Volusia County
123 W. Indiana Ave., Room 102, Deland, FL 32720
Phone: 904-736-5901
http://vcpa.vcgov.org/

Lake County
317 W. Main Street, Tavares, FL 32778
Phone: 352-343-9748
http://lakecopropappr.com/

Polk County
255 N. Wilson Ave, Bartow, FL 33830
Phone: 863-534-4777
http://polkpa.org/