Homestead Exemptions – CAMDEN COUNTY BOARD OF TAX ASSESSORS

Homestead Exemptions

Several types of homestead exemptions have been enacted to reduce the burden of ad valorem taxation for Georgia homeowners. These exemptions only apply to property owned by the taxpayer and occupied as his or her legal residence on January 1 of the taxable year.

To file for homestead, the applicant must provide a valid Georgia Driver’s License or Georgia Identification Card that states the physical address they are seeking the exemption for. As a supplement to the driver’s license or identification card, staff may also request additional information to show proof of residency.

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Homestead Exemption Freeze

In 2006, the taxpayers of Camden County passed SB496. This is an exemption that is equal to the difference between the Assessors fair market value and the base year. The “base year” means the taxable year immediately preceding the taxable year in which the exemption is first granted to the most recent owner. The exemption shall include only the primary residence and not more than five acres of land immediately surrounding the home. Any improvements made to the property after January 1 will be added to the base year value for the following tax year.

Types of Homestead Exemptions

Standard Homestead
Senior Exemption for 62 years of age
100% Disabled Veteran or Surviving Spouse
Surviving Spouse of a US Service Member killed in action
Surviving Spouse of a Peace Office or Firefighter killed in the line of duty

For further inquiries, please contact our office at 912-576-3241 or via email at camdenboa@co.camden.ga.us