Homestead Exemptions

DEADLINE IS APRIL 1ST

You may qualify for a homestead exemption (Senior Exemptions Do Not Apply Automatically) from City of Fairburn Property Tax.

Should you qualify, the taxable value of your property will be reduced by $10,000.

To qualify you must:

1. Be 65 or older by January 1st and meet the income requirements of the year in which the exemption would apply.
2. Live in the home (primary residence)
3. Meet the income requirements 
   • no more than $15,800 in Social Security if single
   • no more than $31,600 if married
4. Present Federal and State Income Tax Return as proof of income.
5. Driver's License
6. All Vehicle Registrations
7. Social Security Award letter (if you do not file income tax)

Most Senior exemptions have income requirements set by state law.

Property Tax Homestead Forms

These forms  are:

• Screen fillable, however, you must first print for signature and notary authorization.  
• May not be submitted electronically.
  
  
  • Property Tax Homestead Exemption Application - Senior / Disabled Citizens (65+)
  • Property Tax Homestead Disabled Veterans, a Veteran's Surviving Spouse, or a Surviving Spouse of a Peace Officer or Firefighter Killed in the line of duty Exemption