Nebraska Homestead Exemption. Nebraska Homestead Exemption Application, Form 458.Homestead exemption applications must be filed annually between February 2 and June 30. Application forms are typically available beginning February 2. How to Apply for Homestead Exemptions Homestead applications must be filed with the county assessor after February 1, and on or before June 30 of each year. You will then file a Form 458T - Transfer of Homestead Exemption on or before August 15 with the county assessor's office where the new home resides. The Nebraska homestead exemption is a tax relief program that takes some of the cost of property taxes off of certain homeowners. If you have not yet filed your 2024 Nebraska Homestead Exemption Application, you may still be eligible to apply for a property tax exemption. You must file between February 1 and June 30 EVERY YEAR in the Assessor's office. Homestead applications must be filed with the county assessor after February 1, and on or before June 30 of each year.