For the first year of filing, a Certification of Disability for Homestead Exemption, Form 458B (available from the county assessor). Forms for Individuals.Applicants must also submit a resume and cover letter. This form is to be attached to and filed with the Nebraska Homestead Exemption Application or Certification of Status,. Any person who wishes to apply for a homestead exemption must complete the Nebraska Schedule I —. Income Statement and attach it to the Nebraska Homestead. Homestead exemption applications must be filed annually between February 2 and June 30. Application forms are typically available beginning February 2. All forms must be filed after February 1 and before June 30 each year. Please call 402-444-7060, option 4 to schedule an appointment.