Homeowners should contact their county assessment office (position 48) for a copy of their county's homestead and farmstead application form. If you have any questions on filing for property tax exemptions, please contact our office at 813-272-6100.The mission of the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) is to foster opportunities for businesses to grow and for communities to succeed. Contact your local property appraiser if you have questions about your exemption. File the signed application for exemption with the county property appraiser. To receive a homestead or farmstead exclusion, a Pennsylvania resident must submit an application to the county assessor prior to March 1. What is Required When Filing for Homestead Exemption? Complete the online petition and click submit. You will then be prompted to submit your petition and pay the required filing fee. Homestead Application Deadline.