In Los Angeles County call (800) 201-8999, option 2. In order to qualify for homestead exemption: You must be a Florida resident.Meet the March 1 filing deadline. Complete a homestead declaration form. Sign your declaration in front of a notary. Filing your exemption is easy! Just visit your local county's tax office website to complete your form today. The claim form, BOE-266, Claim for Homeowners' Property Tax Exemption, is available from the county assessor. Contact your local property appraiser if you have questions about your exemption. File the signed application for exemption with the county property appraiser.