File for DeKalb County Homestead Exemption
File for DeKalb County Homestead Exemption
You can file for DeKalb County Homestead Exemption online or by printing a form and mailing it in.
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Download a form to File for DeKalb COunty Homestead Exemption
Deadline For Filing DeKalb County Homestead Exemption
“Current year exemptions must be applied for January 2 through March 1. Applications received after March 1 will be processed for the following year.” DeKalb Tax Commissioners Office
Who is Eligible for Homestead Exemption in DeKalb County?
“You may apply for the Basic Homestead exemption if you own and occupy the home as your legal residence and primary domicile on January 1stof the year in which the exemption is being claimed. The home must be your legal residence for all purposes whatsoever including the registration of your vehicles and filing of your Federal and Georgia State income taxes. You cannot file for homestead exemption on rental property, vacant land, or on more than one property.” DeKalb Tax Commissioners Office
DeKalb County Special Tax Exemptions Available for Citizens Age 62 and Older
Are you missing out on special tax exemptions that would lower your DeKalb County Tax bill? If you are age 62 or older on January 1 you can file for a special tax exemption that will lower your tax bill. You have to show up in person at the DeKalb County Tax office to claim this exemption.
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DEKALB COUNTY SPECIAL TAX EXEMPTIONS
In addition to the basic homestead exemption available to all homeowners, there are special exemptions available for citizens 62 and older as of January 1st, disabled veterans and other disabled persons. You must apply and qualify for these extended exemptions in person at the Tax Commissioner’s office. Age and income documentation are required to grant this exemption. Exemption applications are accepted year around however; current year exemptions must be applied for January 2nd through March 1st. To apply, please bring the following to one of our offices:
Proof of Age Birth Certificate, Driver’s License, or Georgia ID Card. Proof of Income – Current Year State and Federal Income Tax Returns and Social Security 1099 forms for every member of your household. If you do not file tax returns, you must provide all W-2’s and Form 1099 for ALL sources of income for every member of your household.
Proof of Disability (if applicable) – Doctor certification by letter (or form available in our office) stating 100% total and permanent disability and/or 100% total and permanent disability certification from the Social Security Administration or other government agency.