What do I do with the application I received in the mail?
If you meet the qualifications, complete the form and mail it to the address listed.
Where can I receive help in completing this application?
You can get help at any of the Property Appraisal offices. The main office of the Property Appraisal Department is at 111 N.W. First Street, Suite 710, and the South Dade office is at 10710 S.W. 211th Street, 2nd Floor. There are other locations available. For other locations click here. If you need additional help, please call (305) 375-4125.
What is adjusted gross income?
In general, adjusted gross income (AGI) includes every type of income that is required to be reported to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). This typically does not include Social Security income however you should review your Federal Income Tax Return and look for the AGI line to determine the actual AGI you reported to the IRS.
All I get is Social Security. Do I quality for the exemption?
If you meet the qualifications, you should apply for the exemption.
I am 65 years of age and my income is less than the limit, but my son lives with me. Do I have to include his income?
Yes, you must include the income for all the members of your household.
If I mail the application, how do I know that you received it?
The office will be mailing receipts approximately 8 weeks after we receive your application. If you do not receive your receipt within this period, please call (305) 375-4125.
I can't come down to your office. What do I do?
It is not necessary that you come to our office to apply. You may mail the application back with the enclosed envelope if you received one by mail. If you need a blank application click here. Mail the application back to:
Miami-Dade County Property Appraiser
PO BOX 013140
Miami, FL 33101
I do not own any property. Do I qualify?
No.
I am going to be 65 years old on January 2nd. Do I qualify?
No. You must be 65 years of age on or before January 1st.
I'm selling the house I live in now and will be buying another house. Will you take care of my Homestead Exemption and Senior Exemption the same day?
Yes, you can now file for both with the same application. You may file the application in person or download it here and file by mail.
My parents live in another county. Can they apply for the Senior's Exemption?
They can not apply in Dade County. They must get in touch with their county's Property Appraiser.
If I put my parent(s) name on the title, can they get the Senior's Citizen Exemption?
Yes, providing the total household income does not exceed the qualified limit and they own and reside on the property prior to January 1st.
I'm a senior, I didn't receive an application. What should I do?
You can download a printable version by clicking here, or we will be glad to mail you one. Please call the Property Appraiser's Office at (305) 375-4125.
We both are seniors, can we both apply?
Only one needs to apply, but all members of the household must include their income and social security numbers.
Will I lose my widow's or disability exemption after I receive the senior citizen exemption?
No, the senior citizen's exemption is an additional exemption.
Do both (or all) owners on the property have to be 65 in order to receive the exemption?
No, only one owner has to be 65 by January 1st.
How do I know my Adjusted Gross Income when I haven't filed my return yet?
You have until June 1st to file a copy of your IRS 1040 with the Property Appraiser's Office.
Will this exemption be automatically renewed every year?
While your Homestead Exemption is automatically renewed each year, your additional Senior Citizen's Exemption is not. It is your responsibility to file a Sworn Statement of Income every year with the Property Appraiser's office. The Property Appraiser will be mailing Sworn Statements of Income every year as reminders.
What should I do if I no longer qualify for a Homestead Exemption or any other exemption?
Florida Law prescribes that is the duty of the owner of any property to notify the Property Appraiser promptly, whenever the use of the property or the status or condition of the owner changes, so as to change the exempt status of the property.
If I do not promptly notify the Property Appraiser, are there any liabilities I would incur?
If any owner fails to so notify the Property Appraiser and the Property Appraiser determines that for any year within the prior ten years the owner was not entitled to receive such exemption, the property shall be subject to the taxes exempted as a result of such failure, plus 15 percent interest per annum, and a penalty of 50 percent of the taxes exempted. Reference Sec.196.131 and 196.161.
If my taxes are deferred, can I apply for the senior citizens exemption?
Yes.
Do you have the information in Spanish?
Instructions and requirements are available in Spanish by clicking here.
Do you have the information in Creole?
Instructions and requirements are available in Creole by clicking here.
Can I file a late application for Homestead and other exemptions?
You can file a late property tax exemption application starting March 2 until the expiration on your August Notice, which is on or before September 20. You must also file a petition and pay $15 to the Value Adjustment Board. To file a late application you must file in person at 111 NW First Street Suite 710.
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