Or, disabled applicants may complete the Certificate of Disability found on the back of the Homestead Exemption application form. The Homestead Exemption provides qualified disabled veterans, or a surviving spouse, a reduction in property taxes on the dwelling.To apply for the Homestead Exemption please fill out the application and mail it to our office at 231 Main Street. , Suite 1A, Chardon, Ohio 44024. Attach this form to the homestead exemption application (form DTE 105A) if the applicant is requesting the homestead exemption based on disability status. Do you qualify for a Homestead Exemption tax break? Click on the button for an application for Disabled Veterans Exemption. The first step is to fill out the application form (DTE105A).