$5,000 Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption
$5,000 reduction from assessed taxable value for veterans with 10%+ VA disability rating.
Who qualifies
- Requires 10%+ VA disability rating
- Honorable discharge required
- Florida residency
Details
Eligibility
Per Florida statute 196.24, veteran disabled to a degree of 10% or more by misfortune OR while serving during wartime; honorable discharge; Florida resident.
Covers
$5,000 reduction from the assessed taxable value of any property owned by the veteran. This exemption is NOT limited to homestead property — it applies to any property the veteran owns. Dollar savings depend on local millage rate (typically $50-$100/year).
Surviving spouse
The exemption may carry over to the surviving spouse per s. 196.24.
How to apply
Apply at your county Property Appraiser's office by March 1 of the tax year. Provide DD-214 and VA disability letter.
Always confirm current rates and rules with the Florida state agency before applying.
Other Florida Tax Benefits
Total Property Tax Exemption (100% P&T)
Complete exemption from all property taxes on homestead for veterans with 100% permanent and total disability. Authority: Fla. Stat. 196.081.
100% property tax exemption
Homestead Tax Discount for Combat-Disabled Veterans Age 65+
Property tax discount equal to the VA disability percentage for combat-disabled veterans age 65+.
Discount equal to VA disability percentage
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