Florida Homestead Exemption

Homestead Exemption

Q. When may I apply for homestead exemption?
A. You may apply as soon as you occupy the residence as the legal owner and have proof of Florida Residency. See documents listed below.

Q What is homestead exemption?
A. The homestead exemption is a constitutional guarantee that reduces the assessed value of a residential property for qualified permanent Florida residents.

Q. What information do i need to bring to file for homestead exemption?
A. (a) A copy of your deed.
    (b) To establish proof of residency, all owners who occupy the property must present the following in person at the Appraisers office.

               1. Florida Driver's License or a Florida Identificatiom card for non-drivers (which can be obtained at the Florida Highway Patrol)
               
               2. Florida voter registration card or decleration of domicile.

               3. Florida auto registration on all vehicles privately owned.

               4. Social Security Numbers.
                  (If you do not possess these items, please call the Property Appraiser Office for further information.)

      Sarasota County                              Venice Loaction                          Manatee County
      2001 Adams Lane                            4000 S Tamiami Trail                   915 4th Ave W
      Sarasota, Fl 34237                           Venice, Fl 34293                         Bradenton, Fl 34205
      941-951-5680                                   941-861-8200                              941-748-8208

Please keep in  mind: To be entitled to the homestead exemption you must:
                                (a) Own and occupy the subject property on the 1st day of the year in which the exemption is sought; and
                                (b) You must apply for the exemption on or prior to march 1st of the year in which the exemption is sought.

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