We are providing this service in an attempt to make filing for homestead exemption and other personal exemptions more convenient for you, the property owner. Hillsborough County Property Appraiser Resources.Filing and Keeping Your Homestead Exemp on When a person serving in the. Submit all applications and documentation to the property appraiser in the county where the property is located. 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. Permanent Florida residency required on January 1. When to file: Application for all exemptions must be made between January 1 and March 1 of the tax year. Exemptions are only available to permanent. A disabled veteran meeting all the conditions and requirements found in s.