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INSTRUCTIONS
This exemption applies only to the property taxes of the taxing authority granting the exemption. To qualify for
an additional homestead exemption under s. 196.075, F.S., persons age 65 years or older, must live in the
home and have a household income as defined below, that does not exceed the limitation for the tax year.
The annual adjusted income limitation is available at
http://floridarevenue.com/property/documents/AdditionalHomesteadExemptions.pdf.
As used on this application, the term:
“Household” means a person or group of persons living together in a room or group of rooms as a
housing unit, but the term does not include persons boarding in or renting a portion of the dwelling.
“Household income” means the adjusted gross income in s. 62 of the US Internal Revenue Code, of all
members of a household. (This is the “Adjusted Gross Income” amount reported on IRS Form 1040.)
Examples of Supporting Documentation for the Property Appraiser
Form 1040-SR
Pension
Interest or annuities
Rental receipts
RRB-1042S
SSA-1042S
Partnership Income (1065)
Form 1099-A
Form 1099-MISC
RRB-1099
Supporting documentation will be destroyed after use, unless you ask the property appraiser to return the
documents.
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Complete this form for each member whose income is below the filing thresholds for the IRS and who has
not filed an IRS Form 1040 series. See page 1, PART 3. Do not complete for minor children with no income.
Social Security benefits*
Veterans Administration benefits
Capital gains or (losses)
Income from retirement plans
Total income for this household member
Enter this amount in PART 1 and submit with page 1 of Form DR-501SC for each member.
*Social Security Benefits - Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Information
According to the IRS, social security benefits include monthly survivor and disability benefits. They do not
include supplemental security (SSI) payments, which are not taxable.
If your combined benefits and other income exceed certain thresholds, some part of your Social Security
income may be taxable. Include the taxable amount on this line. Consult the IRS for Social Security income
that may be taxable based on current formulas.
**Other income
If you receive any other income, fill in the source and the amount. Do not include income that would not be
included in adjusted gross income, such as child support.