Any veteran age 65 and older may qualify for a homestead property tax discount if the veteran has an honorable discharge from military service. Service-connected totally and permanently disabled veteran or veteran's surviving spouse.Douglas County has additional exemptions. If you meet the above criteria, you may qualify for an additional tax exemption on your Florida homesteaded property. Douglas County has additional exemptions for 62 years of age or older, disabled veterans or their surviving spouses, and totally disabled homeowners. Florida law provides for many property tax exemptions that will lower your taxes, including homestead exemption. Homestead Exemption can provide significant property tax savings. This online application will walk you through the qualifications and application process. If not, have you applied for homestead exemption? Use the link below or contact our office to request an application packet.