You must have owned the property as of January 1. If you own and live in your home, you are likely eligible for the Regular Homestead Exemption.A homestead exemption protects at least part of the value of the homestead from creditors. The deadline for filing an application for a homestead exemption in Houston County is April 1. Property owners must not be receiving a homestead exemption on any other property, including properties in other Georgia counties or in other states. You do not need to reapply for exemptions if you refinance your home. For all exemptions, the property must be in the name of the applicant. You only file once as long as you live in the same house. To apply online: Choose PROPERTY SEARCH to the left. A homestead exemption significantly reduces the amount of annual property taxes homeowners owe on their legal residence.
