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Property Tax Exemptions and Additional Benefits

​Property owners in Florida may be eligible for exemptions and additional benefits that can reduce their property tax liability. The homestead exemption and Save Our Homes assessment limitation help thousands of Florida homeowners save money on their property taxes every year. Further benefits are available to property owners with disabilities, senior citizens, veterans and active duty military service members, disabled first responders, and properties with specialized uses. The resources below provide general information on these exemptions and benefits.

Submit all applications and documentation to the property appraiser in the county where the property is located. For local information, contact your county property appraiser. The property appraiser determines if a parcel is entitled to an exemption.

Homestead Exemption, Save Our Homes Assessment Limitation, and Portability Transfer

When someone owns property and makes it his or her permanent residence or the permanent residence of his or her dependent, the property owner may be eligible to receive a homestead exemption that would decrease the property’s taxable value by as much as $50,000. This exemption qualifies the home for the Save Our Homes assessment limitation. While the exemption is nontransferable, a homeowner may be able to transfer or “port” all or part of the assessment difference to a new Florida homestead.

For more information, please read the guides below.

Document	Description	Format
Property Tax Exemption for Homestead Property (PT-113)	Informational Guide	PDF (161 KB)
Save Our Homes Assessment Limitation and Portability Transfer (PT-112)	Informational Guide	PDF (108 KB)
Property Tax Information for First-time Florida Homebuyers (PT-107)	Informational Guide	PDF (64 KB)

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Individual and Family Exemptions Taxpayer Guides

For more information on individual and family exemptions, please see the resources below.

Document	Description	Format
Property Tax Benefits for Active Duty Military and Veterans (PT-109)	Informational Guide	PDF (76 KB)
Property Tax Benefits For Persons 65 or Older (PT-110)	Informational Guide	PDF (137 KB)
Other Available Property Tax Benefits (PT-111)	Informational Guide	PDF (123 KB)

Fallen Heroes Family Tax Relief Act

Surviving Spouses of First Responders

A surviving spouse of a first responder who died in the line of duty mayreceive a total exemption on homestead property. For more information, please see section 196.081(6), F.S.

For local information, contact your county property appraiser.

Other Property Tax Exemptions

Document	Description	Format
DR-405	Tangible Personal Property Tax Return, R. 01/18 (section 196.183, F.S.)	PDF (737 KB)
DR-418	Economic Development Ad Valorem Property Tax Exemption, R. 12/99 (section 196.1995, F.S.)	PDF (446 KB)
DR-418C	Real Property Dedicated in Perpetuity for Conservation, Exemption Application, R. 09/17 (sections 196.011 and 196.26, F.S.)	PDF (63 KB)
DR-501CC	Ad Valorem Tax Exemption Application And Return For Proprietary Continuing Care Facility, R. 11/21 (section 196.1977, F.S.)	PDF (317 KB)
DR-504	Ad Valorem Tax Exemption Application and Return For Charitable, Religious, Scientific, Literary Organizations, Hospitals, Nursing Homes, and Homes For Special Services, R. 11/21 (chapter 196, F.S.)	PDF (147 KB)
DR-504AFH	Ad Valorem Tax Exemption Application and Return for Multifamily Project and Affordable Housing Property, N. 11/21 (section 196.1978, F.S.)	PDF (96 KB)
DR-504CS	Ad Valorem Tax Exemption Application and Return For Charter School Facilities, R. 11/21 (section 196.1983, F.S.)	PDF (33 KB)
DR-504ED	Ad Valorem Tax Exemption Application and Return for Educational Property, N. 11/21 (section 196.198, F.S.)	PDF (138 KB)
DR-504HA	Ad Valorem Tax Exemption Application and Return For Nonprofit Homes for the Aged, R. 11/21 (section 196.1975, F.S.)	PDF (174 KB)
DR-504W	Ad Valorem Tax Exemption Application and Return Not-For-Profit Sewer and Water Company and Not-For-Profit Water and Wastewater Systems, N. 11/21 (sections 196.2001 and 196.2002, F.S.)	PDF (116 KB)

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Now, let's dive into the concepts and information provided in the article:

1. Homestead Exemption:

   • A homestead exemption is available to property owners in Florida who make a property their permanent residence or the permanent residence of their dependents.
   • This exemption can reduce the property's taxable value by up to $50,000.
   • The Save Our Homes assessment limitation is associated with the homestead exemption, providing additional benefits.

2. Save Our Homes Assessment Limitation and Portability Transfer:

   • The Save Our Homes assessment limitation is linked to the homestead exemption and limits the increase in the assessed value of a homestead property.
   • While the homestead exemption is nontransferable, homeowners may be able to transfer or "port" all or part of the assessment difference to a new Florida homestead.

3. First-time Florida Homebuyers:

   • Information is available for first-time Florida homebuyers regarding property tax exemptions. Guides include details on various exemptions and benefits.

4. Individual and Family Exemptions:

   • Various exemptions and benefits are available for specific groups, including:
     • Active Duty Military and Veterans
     • Persons 65 or Older
     • Other Available Property Tax Benefits

5. Fallen Heroes Family Tax Relief Act:

   • Surviving spouses of first responders who died in the line of duty may receive a total exemption on homestead property under section 196.081(6), F.S.

6. Other Property Tax Exemptions:

   • Several other property tax exemptions are available for different purposes, such as economic development, conservation, charitable organizations, educational property, and more.
   • Specific forms and applications, such as DR-405, DR-418, DR-501CC, DR-504, and others, are provided for applying for these exemptions.

7. Contact Information:

   • Property owners seeking information or applying for exemptions are advised to contact their county property appraiser for local details.
   • The property appraiser plays a crucial role in determining if a parcel is entitled to a particular exemption.

This comprehensive information provides property owners in Florida with a clear understanding of the available exemptions and benefits, guiding them through the application process and ensuring compliance with relevant tax laws.