General Residence Homestead: Available for all homeowners who occupy and own the residence. The Residential Homestead Exemption Form along with other forms used at the Bexar Appraisal District can be found on their website.GENERAL INFORMATION: Property owners applying for a residence homestead exemption file this form and supporting documentation with the appraisal district in. You must apply with your county appraisal district to get a homestead exemption. Applying is free and only needs to be filed once. This video covers how to fill out Texas Residential Homestead Exemption with a focus on Bexar County. Bigger Than Ever Property Tax Savings – In June 2023 City Council doubled the City's homestead exemptions. Bexar Appraisal District has an online portal where you can apply online. A property owner must apply for an exemption in most circumstances. To get the basic homestead exemption, homeowners need to fill out this form and submit it to the county tax office.