All legal Florida residents are eligible for a Homestead Exemption on their homes, condominiums, co-op apartments, and certain mobile home lots if they qualify. Obtain the Application: The application form is available from your county property appraiser's office, either online or in person.Florida's homestead exemption prevents ordinary judgment creditors from foreclosing against a homestead property. The filing deadline is March 1, of tax year. Net or at the Broward County Property Appraiser office (BCPA) located at 115 South Andrews Avenue. In order to qualify for homestead exemption: You must be a Florida resident. Meet the March 1 filing deadline. You must apply for both Homestead Exemption on your new home and complete a Portability application. Phone: (954) 357-6830 For information on Homestead Exemption in Broward County, see the Broward County Property Appraiser web site.