Homestead Exemption

The Homestead Exemption Office accepts applications for the various residential exemption applications and agricultural land use applications. 

To qualify for a homestead exemption the residence must be owner occupied. All applications must be filed between the dates of January 2 and April 1 of each year.

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Apply

To apply for homestead, you must bring the following:

  • All deeds to your property (recorded instruments only - warranty deeds or quit-claims - not the deed of trust).
  • Car tag numbers for all vehicles owned by you or in your possession (non-Jackson County tags must be changed before filing).
  • Social Security numbers for yourself, spouse, and any joint owners.
  • Birth dates for yourself, spouse, and any joint owners.
  • Purchase price of home.
  • Purchase price of land, if you purchased it separately from the home.
  • If you built your home yourself, we need to know the cost to build it.
  • If you live in a mobile home on your property, you must bring your mobile home registration certificate.
  • If you are 65 years of age or older, you need to bring proof of age, such as a driver's license or birth certificate.
  • If you are 100% disabled, you should inquire as to what you should do.
  • Active duty military personnel may qualify for some benefits if you own your Mississippi residence. You should contact our office to determine eligibility.

Forms

  1. Documents Needed to File Homestead Exemption (PDF)
  2. Homestead Pre-Application Form