Florida Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption

Hillsborough County Property Appraiser / Florida Department of Revenue

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About This Program

Florida provides property tax relief for disabled veterans beyond the standard homestead exemption. Veterans with a VA-certified service-connected disability of 10% or greater receive a $5,000 exemption off assessed value. Veterans with a 100% total and permanent disability rating pay zero ad valorem taxes on their homestead. Surviving spouses of qualifying veterans may also be eligible.

100% disabled T&P veterans pay $0 in ad valorem property taxes on homestead. 10-99% disability: $5,000 off assessed value.

Key Details

  • $5,000 off assessed value for 10%+ service-connected disability
  • 100% T&P disabled veterans: zero property taxes on homestead
  • No income limit; must have VA disability certification
  • Apply by March 1 at Hillsborough County Property Appraiser
  • Surviving spouses may also qualify for the exemption

How to Apply

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Deadline: Apply by March 1 of the tax year

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