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Senior Citizen Exemption for Persons Age 65 and Over
There is an additional $50,000 homestead exemption (FLORIDA STATUTE 196.075) for person 65 and older. This $50,000 applies to non-school taxes. In addition to age, there is an income limitation for the adjusted gross household income. The adjusted gross household income requirement for 2024 cannot exceed $36,614 for all members of the household. An application DR 501SC must be submitted along proof of income. The proof of income can consist of either an Income Tax Return (Form 1040) or Social Security Statement (SSA 1099).
Applications for the additional senior citizen exemption are due to the office on or before March 1st of the year you are filing for. Proof of income is due to the office no later than May 1st.