To apply for a Homestead Exemption, you must submit the following to the Harris Central Appraisal District (HCAD):. No information is available for this page.Enter the following information: •Name of the owner completing this application. •This owner's current mailing address and phone number. The application may be available online or in person. GENERAL INFORMATION: Property owners applying for a residence homestead exemption file this form and supporting documentation with the appraisal district in. You must apply with your county appraisal district to get a homestead exemption. Applying is free and only needs to be filed once. Address on the driver's license or identification card MUST be the same as the address on which you are filing an Application for Residence Homestead Exemption. A property owner must apply for an exemption in most circumstances.