Property TaxesThursday, November 5
Amendment 3 passed, and Palm Beach County homeowners with a homestead exemption don't need to reapply
The Jupiter Morning News team
If you already have a homestead exemption, you don't have to do a thing. Palm Beach County Property Appraiser Dorothy Jacks said her office will apply the changes to eligible properties. Florida voters approved Amendment 3 with about 62% of the vote, clearing the 60% it needed.
Amendment 3 passed with about 62%, above the 60% it needed
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% |
- 2026 tax bills: not affected
- First savings: August 2027 TRIM notices
- School taxes and fee-based assessments: unchanged
- Yearly cap on non-homestead value increases: 10% down to 5%
- Questions: pbcpao.gov or 561-355-2866
The non-school exemption rises to $150,000 in 2027 and $250,000 in 2028. Cities and counties stand to lose revenue, and DeSantis, a supporter, has said he'll call a special session to work out the details.
Amendment 3's savings arrive in stages through 2028
- Nov. 3Florida voters approve Amendment 3.
- Jan. 2027The changes take effect.
- Aug. 2027The higher exemption first appears on proposed tax notices.
- Nov. 2027Tax bills with the changes go out from the tax collector.
- 2028The non-school homestead exemption rises to $250,000.