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. Permanent Florida residency required on January 1.Filing for Florida's Homestead Exemption can offer you tax savings when you own real estate in Florida. Download and complete an Application for Homestead Tax Deferral (Form DR-570). For more information about the Homeowners' Exemption, please call (510) 272-3770. Address. If you're planning to claim a homestead exemption, you must first apply for a Florida driver's license. The deadline to file a 2025 exemption application is March 1, 2025. Review immigration information in STEP 1. Complete Non-Florida Resident Form. Vehicle Registration - at least one of your vehicles must be registered in the state of Florida at the property address in an application.