How apply for these exemptions? It's easy to file your exemption with HCAD (Harris Central Appraisal District).Use Form RP 458a, Application for Alternative Veterans Exemption from Real Property Taxation. The application for the exemption under Tax Code Section 11.22 is Form 50-135, Disabled Veteran's or Survivor's Exemption Application (PDF). Obtaining a veterans exemption is not automatic – If you're an eligible veteran, you must submit the initial exemption application form to your assessor. The Veterans Exemption helps veterans and their family members reduce their property taxes. To be eligible, the property must be your primary residence. In order to qualify, the disabled veteran must own the home and use it as a primary residence. Once completed, file the form with the appraisal district for the county in which the property is located. To get this exemption, you must fill out and return Form 11.131 Disabled Veteran's Homestead Exemption Application.