You only file once as long as you live in the same house. Proof of Residence for Henry County applicant(s) is required to determine the owner's eligibility for exemptions (i.e.Homestead status can save you money on your property taxes. Individual taxpayer identification numbers now qualify property owners for homestead exclusion. Qualifications: • Must be an un-remarried surviving spouse and a resident of Georgia. • Copy of Death Certificate. Copies of pages 1 and 2 from your prior year Federal 1040 and pages 1 through 3 of your prior year Georgia 500 are required. To be eligible for Homestead Exemption, applicant must: Own and reside in the property as your primary residence prior to January 1 of the tax year. Homestead exemptions provide a significant reduction in annual property taxes and are available to individuals who own and reside in a home in DeKalb County. For questions pertaining to homestead exemptions, please call 706-821-2391.