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Palm Beach County Property Appraiser’s Office

Dear Taxpayer: Public Information Program Award
Welcome fall!
The end of the 2022 tax Our office has earned the Public Information Program
year is fast approaching! Award from the International Association of Assessing
October is a busy month in Officers, a professional membership organization of more
my office as we certify the than 8,000 assessors worldwide.
ad valorem tax roll to the The award recognizes the Outliers video series as an
Palm Beach County Tax outstanding outreach campaign. The honor is particularly
Collector’s Office. The Tax gratifying because the series shines a light on the professional
Collector will mail the 2022 staff in our office. The videos are fun, funny, and engaging
tax bills on Nov. 1. snapshots into some of the more unique functions of our team.
This month, petition
hearings will begin for property owners who filed a petition
because they disagree with their property assessment or
denied exemption. They are led by the Palm Beach County Palm Beach County Property Appraiser Dorothy Jacks,
Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller’s Value Adjustment CFA, AAS, and Becky Robinson, public information officer,
Board (VAB). On average, the number of petitions filed in accept the Public Information Program Award from IAAO
Palm Beach County is low, typically less than 1 percent of President L. Wade Patterson.
the total parcels in the county.
As we move into the final months of the year, I’d like Office Closed Due To Holiday
to remind all property owners to review their homestead
exemption status to determine whether they might qualify The Palm Beach County Property Appraiser’s Office
for additional property tax saving benefits. There are several Clarice Bethel-Laing, public services specialist, our latest (including all of our Service Centers) will be closed on
other exemptions such as those for seniors, the disabled, and feature in the Outliers video series Columbus Day, Monday, Oct. 10.
members of the armed forces.
recently received. We have earned the Public Information Help The Arc Drive Change
This month’s newsletter also highlights an award my office
Program Award from the International Association of
Assessing Officers in recognition of our Outliers video series Enter A Special Chance Drawing
as an outstanding outreach campaign.
I hope you find this information helpful.
Respectfully, The Arc of Palm Beach Center in Riviera Beach into a dynamic educational and
Dorothy Jacks, CFA, AAS, County is driving change career development hub for adults with intellectual and
Palm Beach County Property Appraiser for children and adults developmental disabilities.
We Value What You Value with developmental “Our recent mergers have created incredible opportunities
disabilities with a special for our agency to enhance and elevate our services through the
Additional Exemptions chance drawing. Open combined effort of the most experienced disability professionals
in the county,” said Kimberly McCarten, president and CEO
to the public, entrants
A property owner may be eligible for additional can win several amazing of The Arc. “This drawing is a fun way for the community to
exemptions. In order to qualify for the following additional prizes, including a 1930s come together and support the important work we are doing.”
exemptions, you must have a homestead exemption on hot rod, while helping Take the chance to fulfill your dreams and support the
your property. support a great cause. life-changing work at The Arc for the disabled community –
Limited Income Senior Exemption The grand prize is a where every person feels welcome, connected, and accepted.
A $25,000 exemption is available to those 65 or older with 1937 Chevrolet Master Deluxe 4-Door Sedan Hot Rod valued Tickets for the drawing are one for $100, three for $250,
an adjusted gross income below $ 32,561, not including tax- at $32,000. The car is black cherry red with pinstripes and has and eight for $500. For a full disclosure of the rules and
exempt bond interest or nontaxable Social Security income. approximately 62,000 miles. If a classic car is not quite your guidelines, and to purchase tickets, please visit arcpbc.org/
You will be asked to provide a copy of your Federal 1040 speed, other amazing prizes include a Gucci bag and matching events/chancedrawing.
Tax Form or your Social Security 1099 Form. The county’s wallet, a TAG Heuer watch, a Tiffany necklace, a $1,000 About The Arc Of Palm Beach County
senior exemption does not apply to other taxing authorities, American Express shopping spree, and a two-night stay at the The Arc is changing the conversation around disabilities
such as the school district and other municipalities. Palm Beach Marriott Singer Island Beach Resort & Spa. by defying definitions, inspiring possibilities, and improving
In addition to the county-wide exemption, some The Arc recently joined forces with Seagull Services the lives of the people we serve, their families, and our
municipalities offer additional tax savings. and Palm Beach Habilitation Center, making it one of the community. Since 1958, The Arc has envisioned a community
Boynton Beach – $25,000 exemption largest disability-focused nonprofit organizations in the where every person feels welcome, connected, and accepted.
Haverhill – $50,000 state. With this extended presence, The Arc transformed
Jupiter – $50,000 its 15,000-square-foot North Campus Achievement Photo courtesy of The Arc of Palm Beach County
Jupiter Inlet Colony – $50,000
Lake Worth – $25,000
Lantana – $25,000
Loxahatchee Groves – $50,000
Palm Beach Gardens – $25,000
Palm Springs – $25,000
Royal Palm Beach – $5,000
South Palm Beach – $25,000
Tequesta – $25,000
Wellington – $50,000
Widow/Widower Exemption
Florida grants an additional $500 exemption to widows
and widowers, which is increasing to $5,000 beginning
Jan. 1, 2023. You will be asked to submit a copy of the
deceased spouse’s death certificate. If the surviving spouse
remarries, they are no longer eligible to receive the additional
exemption.
Living Quarters Of Parents Or Grandparents Exemption
(Also Known As The Granny Flat Exemption)
Homesteaded property owners who add living quarters for
a parent or grandparent can apply to have all or part of the
value of this new construction deducted from the assessment.
Civilian Disability Exemptions
Full or partial exemptions are available for individuals
with the following disabilities:
• Quadriplegic
• Paraplegic
• Hemiplegic
• Legally blind
• Total and permanent disability, requires wheelchair for
mobility
• Total and permanent disability, does not require wheelchair
for mobility
Some of these exemptions have income limitations.
Visit our website for more information on these exemptions
or to download and print forms. You can always call us at (561)
355-2866 or email us at myexemption@pbcgov.org.