Additional exemption for certain veterans. The surviving spouse of a veteran eligible for the exemption set forth in the Code of Virginia also qualifies for the exemption per the following criteria:.To receive an exemption, complete the Request for Tax Exemption (PDF) application and provide supporting documentation as described below. Certain Disabled Veterans and their spouses are exempt from local real estate tax on their occupied principal residence, up to one acre of land. The Commonwealth of Virginia exempts the real property of a disabled veteran from taxation, including the joint real property of husband and wife. The letter will NOT be automatically provided to the veteran, he or she must request this letter. "Code of Virginia § 58.1-3219.5. Exemption from taxes on property for disabled veterans.