Property owners in Florida may be eligible for exemptions and additional benefits that can reduce their property tax liability. The Homestead Exemption is required for this exemption.To qualify for this exemption, the applicant must be a permanent resident of Florida as of January 1st of the application year. You would need to look on your Real Estate Tax Notice. Applicants must file a Form CC-501 – Original Application for Homestead and Related Tax Exemptions, to apply for the homestead exemption on the new homestead.