Exemption Requirements. Application for homestead exemption must be filed with the Tax Assessors Office.You must have owned the property as of January 1. Application for homestead exemption must be filed with the Paulding County. Board of Assessors on or before April 1st. The deadline for filing an application for a homestead exemption in Paulding County is April 1. Application for homestead exemption must be filed with the Paulding County Board of Assessors on or before April 1, 2024. You may apply for homestead exemption in the Tax Assessor 's office. To qualify you must both own and occupy your home as of January 1.