Homestead Exemption. You should contact the Property Appraisers Office at 850-638-6205 or visit their website for more information.All persons seeking homestead exemption must complete an original application (Form DR-501). The application must be signed and filed in person. Attention: Before filling out form, download and save to your computer. The homestead can't exceed one acre in a city or 160 acres in a rural area. A homestead exemption can benefit homeowners if one spouse in a twoincome household dies. Keep in mind, the homestead exemption doesn't protect you from secured creditors such as your mortgage holder. To apply for the standard homestead exemption in Florida, visit the property appraiser's website for the county where your property is located. Note: These programs are only available to individuals whose primary residence is located in the State of Washington.
