TaxesThursday, November 5
Florida's Amendment 3 passed, and homeowners with a homestead exemption don't need to reapply
The 5AM Palm Beach Gardens team
If you already have a homestead exemption, you don't need to call or file anything. Property Appraiser Dorothy Jacks said her office will apply the changes. Voters approved Amendment 3 Tuesday with about 62%.
Amendment 3 cleared the 60% bar with about 62%
62%About 62% of voters approved Amendment 3
Source: WTVX
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| Value | |
|---|---|
| About 62% of voters approved Amendment 3 | 62% |
| Needed to pass | 60% |
The homestead exemption for non-school taxes rises to $150,000 in 2027 and $250,000 in 2028, with inflation adjustments beginning in 2029. The annual cap on assessed-value increases for rentals, second homes and commercial properties drops from 10% to 5% for non-school taxes. The changes won't touch 2026 bills.
- First look: TRIM notices in August 2027
- Still owed: school taxes and non-ad valorem fees
- Questions: pbcpao.gov or 561-355-2866
- First-time applicants: must still apply and meet eligibility requirements
Amendment 3 changes arrive in stages through 2028
- Dec. 31Homeowners must claim homestead to be eligible for the new exemption.
- Jan. 2027Amendment 3 changes take effect.
- Aug. 2027Higher exemption first appears on TRIM notices.
- 2028Non-school homestead exemption rises to $250,000.
Cities and counties will see less tax revenue, and Gov. Ron DeSantis has said he'll call a special session to work out the details. Amendment 2, the farm equipment measure, failed.