Property owners in Florida may be eligible for exemptions and additional benefits that can reduce their property tax liability. All legal Florida residents are eligible for a Homestead Exemption on their homes, condominiums, co-op apartments, and certain mobile home lots if they qualify.Claiming a Florida homestead exemption involves some very specific requirements that must be completed within a specified time frame. Applicants must file a Form CC-501 – Original Application for Homestead and Related Tax Exemptions, to apply for the homestead exemption on the new homestead. How to Apply: Apply using the Online Exemption Filing Application. Applicant Name – Write in the name of the person filing for exemption.