Florida Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption

Duval County Property Appraiser / Florida Dept. of Veterans' Affairs

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About This Program

Florida Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption is available to homeowners in Jacksonville, FL.

Florida offers tiered property tax relief for disabled veterans. Veterans with a VA-certified service-connected disability of 10% or greater receive a $5,000 assessed value reduction. Veterans with a total and permanent service-connected disability are exempt from all ad valorem taxes on their homesteaded property. The full exemption transfers to a surviving spouse who remains in the home. Apply at the Duval County Property Appraiser's office with VA disability documentation.

Full exemption available only with VA-certified 100% total and permanent disability; $5,000 reduction for any 10%+ rating

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

In Jacksonville, FL, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • 10%+ service-connected disability: $5,000 assessed value reduction
  • 100% total and permanent service-connected disability: full ad valorem exemption
  • Must have Florida homestead exemption; survives to eligible surviving spouse
  • Apply at Duval County Property Appraiser with VA disability certification
  • Contact Division of Military Affairs, 117 W. Duval St., City Hall

How to Apply

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904-255-5900

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Your federal tax return for the year of the work (this benefit is claimed on your taxes, not through a separate application).
  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Proof of military service (DD-214) and, for disability-based grants, your VA disability rating letter.
  • Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
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Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Annual, apply by March 1; verify at jacksonville.gov/property-appraiser

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Frequently asked questions

How much can Florida Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption provide in Jacksonville, FL?

Partial ($5,000 reduction) to full exemption from all ad valorem taxes.

Who qualifies for Florida Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption in Jacksonville?

Florida Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption is open to homeowners in Jacksonville, FL. It has no income limit. It serves veterans and military families.

How do I apply for Florida Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption in Jacksonville, FL?

Apply directly with Duval County Property Appraiser / Florida Dept. of Veterans' Affairs using the official program link on this page or call 904-255-5900. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: Annual, apply by March 1; verify at jacksonville.gov/property-appraiser.

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