Nebraska Homestead Exemption. Nebraska Homestead Exemption Application, Form 458.A statebystate guide to VA property tax exemptions, deductions and credits available to former service members with VA disability ratings. DTE Form 105I – Homestead Exemption Application for Disabled Veterans and Surviving. Spouses. 9. Previously, a disabled veteran was required to certify annually to be eligible to receive a homestead exemption. Douglas County has additional exemptions for 62 years of age or older, disabled veterans or their surviving spouses, and totally disabled homeowners. A homestead exemption can benefit homeowners if one spouse in a twoincome household dies.