Download the Act 50 Applications(PDF, 1MB) and complete it. Permanent Florida residency required on January 1.Applying for a Tax Exemption. Submit one original and one additional copy to the Office of Property Assessments, postmarked on or before March 31st. 1. Fill in the parcel number of the property for which you are seeking a homestead exclusion. Proof of Florida voter registration (must reflect permanent residence address). If you're planning to claim a homestead exemption, you must first apply for a Florida driver's license. Calculate how much you'll pay in property taxes on your home, given your location and assessed home value.