Property Ownership

The Louisiana homestead exemption from property taxes requires the owner to:

AFile a claim with the LREC each year
BFile a homestead exemption application with the parish assessor and occupy the property as their primary residence✓ Correct
COwn the property for at least 5 years
DBe over 65 years old or disabled

Explanation

Louisiana homeowners must apply for the homestead exemption with the parish assessor. The exemption applies to the owner's primary residence and must be applied for — it is not automatic.

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