Florida Combat-Disabled Veteran Total Exemption

Santa Rosa County Property Appraiser

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Florida Combat-Disabled Veteran Total Exemption is available to homeowners in Milton, FL.

Total property tax exemption for honorably discharged veterans who are totally and permanently disabled as a result of wartime service and are confined to wheelchairs or are legally blind. Surviving spouses may also be eligible.

Full exemption eliminates all property taxes; estimate based on typical Milton home value

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

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

Key Details

  • 100% property tax exemption
  • Must be combat-disabled from wartime service
  • Requires wheelchair confinement or legal blindness
  • Honorable discharge required
  • Surviving spouse may also qualify

How to Apply

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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.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).

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: Apply by March 1 for current tax year

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Frequently asked questions

How much can Florida Combat-Disabled Veteran Total Exemption provide in Milton, FL?

100% property tax exemption.

Who qualifies for Florida Combat-Disabled Veteran Total Exemption in Milton?

Florida Combat-Disabled Veteran Total Exemption is open to homeowners in Milton, FL. It has no income limit. It serves veterans and military families.

How do I apply for Florida Combat-Disabled Veteran Total Exemption in Milton, FL?

Apply directly with Santa Rosa County Property Appraiser using the official program link on this page or call (850) 983-1880. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: Apply by March 1 for current tax year.

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