How can a homeowner see which exemptions were applied to their home? Check the Property Details, then review the Exemption History and Status section.The Cook County Assessor's Office automatically renews Homeowner Exemptions for properties that were not sold to new owners in the last year. Due to a recent change in our Property Code, Texas homeowners may now be required to reapply for their homestead tax exemption every 5 years. A new report from Cook County leaders comes with a warning about expanding property tax breaks for homeowners. How much will the exemption save homeowners? How your property taxes compare. See how your property tax rates compare to the top 50 metropolitan areas in the United States. Reply reply. forking_bench. •. 13 votes, 16 comments.