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WHAT DO WE DO NEXT?
New Homestead Exemptions, Florida Residency Requirements, and What Changes on Jan. 1, 2027
Florida voters approved Amendment 3, which changes the state's property tax system beginning January 1, 2027. The amendment expands homestead exemptions, establishes new residency provisions, and reduces the annual assessment increase cap for non-homestead properties.
What Amendment 3 Changes
Expanded Homestead Exemptions
For qualifying primary residences, the exemption applicable to non-school property taxes increases to:
2027: $150,000
2028: $250,000
2029 and beyond: Annual inflation adjustments
These amounts reduce taxable property value, not property tax bills dollar for dollar.
Non-Homestead Properties
The annual cap on assessed value decreased from 10% to 5% for qualifying non-homestead properties, including second homes, rental properties, and commercial real estate. This cap limits how much a property's taxable assessed value can increase each year, not how much the property owner's actual tax bill can increase.
Review the Official Amendment 3 Language
Understanding the Three Groups
Group 1: Existing Florida Homestead Owners
Florida residents who currently have a qualifying homestead exemption are automatically eligible for the expanded exemption beginning in 2027.
Group 2: New Florida Residents Who Plan on Filing for Homestead
Individuals who relocate to Florida and establish residency after December 31, 2026, will initially receive the existing homestead exemption when eligible. The expanded exemption becomes available beginning in their fifth year of maintaining a qualifying homestead exemption, subject to applicable requirements.
For example, someone first qualifying for homestead in 2027 could become eligible for the expanded exemption in 2031.
Group 3: Existing Florida Residents Who Do Not Yet Own a Home
Florida residents who currently rent, live with family, or have not yet purchased a home may qualify for the expanded exemption when they eventually purchase and establish a qualifying primary residence.
This could be particularly relevant for first-time homebuyers, as eligibility may depend on when they established permanent Florida residency, rather than when they purchased a home.
Establishing Florida Residency Before January 1, 2027
With the December 31, 2026, residency cutoff approaching, people establishing permanent Florida residency should understand the importance of documenting their status.
Under Florida Statute 196.015, property appraisers may consider factors such as a Florida driver's license, voter registration, a declaration of domicile, employment location, and other supporting documentation.
Purchasing a home or obtaining individual documents does not automatically establish permanent residency. The county property appraiser makes each determination based on applicable law and individual circumstances.
Members and their clients are encouraged to contact their county property appraiser for guidance on residency and homestead requirements.
Read Florida Statute 196.015 – Permanent Residency
What Happens Next?
After Amendment 3 passed, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced plans to call a special legislative session before leaving office in January to address implementation.
Lawmakers are expected to consider implementation procedures and additional measures related to property tax relief and local government finances.
The amendment takes effect January 1, 2027, with changes expected to be reflected in 2027 property tax notices and bills.
The Dawes Team will share additional information following the special legislative session, as implementation details and official guidance become available.
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