GENERAL INFORMATION: Property owners applying for a residence homestead exemption file this form and supporting documentation with the appraisal district in. Bought a primary residence within the past year in Texas?It's time to file for your Texas Homestead Exemption. Most counties have the homestead exemption form online. Applying for the homestead exemption is FREE and easy. Complete the Homestead Declaration form. The form must be printed legibly in black ink. This video will cover how to fill out the homestead exemption form. A homestead exemption removes part of the value of your property from taxation and therefore lowers the amount of your property taxes. You must apply with your county appraisal district to get a homestead exemption.