Property owners who qualify for other exemptions, must complete the corresponding form and submit it to the Property Appraiser's Office. Complete the form online and select the state's e-file option.Property owners in Florida may be eligible for exemptions and additional benefits that can reduce their property tax liability. A homestead exemption grants a 50k reduction in assessed value for many of the tax categories. Additional amounts are deducted for special people groups. In order to be eligible, the applicant MUST reside in the home and have a homestead exemption on the property. 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. The protection attaches the day of occupancy with the intent to make it the permanent Florida homestead. There are no papers to file, no forms to fill out. The deadline for filing for exemptions is March 1st.