Renewal of this exemption is automatic, with receipts mailed in mid-January. It is the duty of the property owner to notify the Property Appraiser's Office of any change in marital status. Back to the Top. All disability exemption applications must be filed in person on or before March 1 st of the year of assessment. Cards are yellow or gold in color, and are mailed in mid-January.
Any real estate owned and used as a homestead by a quadriplegic is exempt from taxation.
Any part of the property used for commercial purposes would not qualify for the exemption. A statement of gross income must be completed when application is made. The required forms may be obtained at the Property Appraiser's office. Any real estate used and owned as a homestead by a veteran who is a permanent resident of Florida as of January 1 st or the year of assessment, and who was honorably discharged with a service-connected total and permanent disability is exempt from taxation. Under certain circumstances, the benefit for this exemption can carry over to the veteran's spouse in the event of the veteran's death.