In these instances, there is no property-ownership requirement to qualify for exemption. Many properties in this category are leased to be used for a qualifying.There are several requirements you need to meet before you can claim the homestead exemption. First, you must be an Arizona resident. Application for Property Tax Exemption. To establish eligibility for property tax exemption, the claimant must sign and file an affidavit with the County. The dwelling may be a house, condominium, or mobile home. Exemption applications must be filed with your local assessor's office. See our Municipal Profiles for your local assessor's mailing address. You can get information about your property tax benefits, including: Application status, Current benefit amounts, Proposed benefit for the upcoming tax year.