Counties are authorized to provide for local homestead. When applying for a homestead exemption, someone listed on the deed must complete an application.Select the exemption for which you are applying. L5 – Local Disability Homestead Exemption. Proof of disability letter (certified) from 2 Georgia Physicians licensed to practice medicine under the laws of. H3 – Senior or Disability Exemption. Homestead Exemption Deadline is April 1st every year. All Homestead Exemptions submitted after the deadline will be valid for the following year. To check your exemption application status, visit the property information page and enter your address on the search screen. To receive the benefit of the homestead exemption, the taxpayer must file an initial application.