Property owners in Florida may be eligible for exemptions and additional benefits that can reduce their property tax liability. A homestead exemption reduces the amount of property taxes homeowners owe on their legal residence.To be eligible for the exemption, Florida law requires that political subdivisions obtain a sales tax Consumer's Certificate of Exemption (Form DR-14) First-time applicants must provide proof of age (Driver license, Florida ID, Voter ID, or Birth Certificate). The most common real property exemption is the homestead exemption. This article highlights that a Florida resident may be entitled to more than one residencybased property tax exemption. 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. We encourage all applicants to file for homestead using our easy online e-File system. There is no easier way to file. Florida Statutes define property tax exemptions that are available in the State of Florida.
