Apply for homestead exemptions? Call the Tarrant Appraisal District at 817-284-0024.After you have created your online account and gathered the required documents necessary to qualify for the exemption that you are applying for. Certain property tax benefits are available to persons age 65 or older in Florida. Eligibility for property tax exemp ons depends on certain requirements. Qualifying individuals must submit an application in order to receive the homestead exemption. As long as the property is the homeowner's principal residence, they will qualify for this exemption. Visit the website of your county's appraisal district and look for exemption information. Generally, the deadline to file an application for an exemption is April 30. Applying for a homeowners exemption is usually a straightforward process.