Widow(er) Exemption Application

Aug 25, 2026

This document outlines the Widow(er) Exemption Application for property tax in Florida, specifically detailing an increase in the exemption amount from $500 to $5,000 effective January 1, 2023, which can reduce annual property taxes by approximately $100.00. It specifies that permanent Florida residents who are widow(er)s can claim this exemption on up to three properties, but eligibility ceases upon remarriage. Divorced spouses do not qualify. Applicants are required to provide a death certificate and complete an attestation affirming they remained married until their spouse's death. The application also requires owner's name, parcel number, property address, residency status, and for non-Pinellas County residents, date of birth, Florida Driver License Number, SSN, and Florida Auto Registration/Tag Number. Applicants must report any changes in qualification, such as no longer being a Florida resident or remarrying. The document provides contact information for the Exemptions Department at (727) 464-3207 and instructs applicants to return the completed form and supporting documents via email, US Mail, fax, or in person to one of the listed offices, including contact details for 'hx@pcpao.gov', PO Box 1957 in Clearwater, FL, and a fax number of (727) 464-3448.

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FAQs

What is the new property tax exemption amount for widow(er)s in Florida?

Effective January 1, 2023, the Florida Legislature increased the widow(er) exemption from $500 to $5,000. This exemption reduces the taxable value of a home by $5,000.

Who is eligible to claim the widow(er) exemption and on how many properties?

Any permanent Florida resident who is a widow(er) may claim this exemption on up to three properties. However, remarriage disqualifies the applicant.

What documentation is required to apply for the widow(er) exemption?

Applicants must provide a death certificate of their spouse when filing the application.

Aug 25, 2026

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