You must file your homestead exemption application with your county tax officials. To qualify for a homestead, you must: Own a property, Occupy the property as your sole or primary residence, Be a Minnesota resident.This Video Shows you How to Complete an Application for Homestead Exemption. Homestead status can save you money on your property taxes. Individual taxpayer identification numbers now qualify property owners for homestead exclusion. Please select the appropriate application below. If you need assistance filling out a standard or relative homestead application, please see our how to video. Be a Minnesota resident. To apply for the residential homestead classification, you must: Complete a manufactured homestead application (PDF). Douglas County has additional exemptions.
