Homestead Exemption

If a customer resides at the property that they own, they are allowed Homestead Exemption on the first $75,000 of their assessed value. This is a tax benefit for the homeowner that applies to the parish taxes, not city taxes. By law, people are only allowed one Homestead Exemption. To sign up, customers are to bring in their closing documents.

Disabled Veteran Homestead Exemption

If a disabled veteran has a disability rating of 50%-100%, he or she qualifies for additional Homestead Exemption. 

50%-69% receives $100,000 Homestead Exemption. 70%-99% receives $120,000. 100% receives a full exemption on parish taxes. Remember, city taxes do not qualify for Homestead Exemption.