Every Florida resident with a disability that has been certified as total and permanent, can qualify for a $500 reduction in the assessment of their homesteaded property.

To receive the $500 Civilian’s Disability Exemption the homeowner must:

• Have a Homestead Exemption
• Have a doctor complete the Physician’s Certification of Total and Permanent Disability
• File an application

BY MAIL

IN PERSON

Step 1

Click and download the following forms:

1. Application
2. Physician's Certificate

Visit one of the following offices:

Stephen P. Clark Government Center

111 NW First Street

Miami, FL 33128

South Dade Government Center

10710 SW 211^th Street, Room 207

Cutler Bay, FL 33189

NOTE:  Click here for a listing of additional locations available during January and February.

Step 2

Complete the application form.

Step 3

Mail to:

Property Appraiser
PO BOX 013140

Miami FL 33101

Step 4

Have a Florida doctor complete one doctor’s certificate.

Step 5

Mail the doctor’s certificate to:

Property Appraiser
PO BOX 013140

Miami FL 33101

NOTE: The application is due March 1st. Doctor’s certificate can be submitted after the application but no later than June 1st.