GENERAL INFORMATION: Property owners applying for a residence homestead exemption file this form and supporting documentation with the appraisal district in. It's just five pages it's really pretty simple to fill it out it doesn't cost you anything you can only do it from January 1st through April 30th.Complete the Homestead Declaration form. The form must be printed legibly in black ink. To apply, go to the Dallas County Appraisal District web page and search for your property. Apply for homestead exemptions? Call the Tarrant Appraisal District at 817-284-0024.