If you have any questions on filing for property tax exemptions, please contact our office at 813-272-6100. To get the exemption, you must first fill out an application and show proof of residence, as of January 1 of the year you wish to qualify.Florida Homestead Exemption official filing period is January 1 – March 1. Property owners in Florida may be eligible for exemptions and additional benefits that can reduce their property tax liability. Permanent Florida residency required on January 1. We have listed links below for you to file homestead exemptions online for Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, Manatee and Polk counties. If you owned the property and resided in the home before January 1, and you are completing the form before March 1, use the current calendar year; otherwise use.