Florida Disability Property Tax Exemption
Brevard County Property Appraiser
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Florida Disability Property Tax Exemption in its Cocoa Beach, FL research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Property tax exemption for Florida residents who are totally and permanently disabled. Provides $500 reduction in assessed property value for tax purposes. Must provide documentation from two licensed physicians or Social Security disability determination.
Exemption reduces assessed value by $500, actual savings based on millage
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Key Details
- $500 property value exemption
- Must be totally and permanently disabled
- Requires physician or SSA documentation
- Apply by March 1 each year
- Renews automatically once approved
How to Apply
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Track this programProgram phone: (321) 264-6700
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Your application paperwork
Form to file: Form DR-501 (Original Application for Homestead and Related Tax Exemptions)
Florida gives property tax exemptions to homeowners with qualifying total and permanent disabilities (and to disabled veterans), reducing the tax on your primary home. You file Form DR-501 (with the disability supplement such as DR-501DV for veterans) and supporting documentation with your county property appraiser.
Steps to apply
- Confirm you have a Florida homestead and a qualifying total and permanent disability (or qualifying veteran disability).
- Download Form DR-501, the Original Application for Homestead and Related Tax Exemptions, and the disability supplement that fits your situation.
- Gather the physician's certification or the VA disability documentation the form requires.
- File the forms and documentation with your county property appraiser on or before March 1.
Documents you will likely need
- Proof the home is your permanent Florida residence.
- A physician's certification of total and permanent disability, or your VA disability rating letter.
- Proof of identity and ownership.
- The completed Form DR-501 and the applicable disability supplement.
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Apply by March 1 annually
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Florida Disability Property Tax Exemption in Cocoa Beach, FL?
The Grant Map record states: $500 property tax exemption. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Florida Disability Property Tax Exemption in Cocoa Beach?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It also carries a no-income-limit tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for Florida Disability Property Tax Exemption in Cocoa Beach, FL?
Confirm the application route directly with Brevard County Property Appraiser; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (321) 264-6700. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Apply by March 1 annually.
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