Informational Supplement

2017

MAIN OFFICE
320 W. Main St., Suite A, Tavares, FL 32778
352-253-2150  Open Mon. through Fri., 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
LADY LAKE OFFICE
902 Avenida Central, The Villages, FL 32159
352-253-2150
Hours vary seasonally (Call in advance)

What is this “Notice”?
The Notice of Proposed Property Taxes (also known as the TRIM notice) is a very important document relating to your proposed property value and taxes for the current year. Please examine it carefully. It is your official notice for 2017 that includes:
Tax rates and taxes proposed by your local taxing authorities
Market Value of your property, as determined by the Property Appraiser, as of January 1st 2017
Property tax exemptions applied to your property
Dates and times all taxing authorities hold hearings to adopt their tax rates and budgets
This is NOT a tax bill.  You will receive your tax bill around November 1st from the Tax Collector.
Additional information regarding your property may be located on our website at www.lcpafl.org. If you are unable to access the internet or if you simply prefer speaking with a friendly customer care representative, contact us at 352-253-2150 Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Carey Baker Lake County Property Appraiser

Attention Veterans and Active Duty Military
Florida law provides several property tax exemptions for veterans with a service-connected disability, a service connected total and permanent disability, or a combat related disability (65 and older).  An exemption is also available for active duty military personnel deployed during the preceding calendar year on active duty outside the continental U.S. in support of certain operations. Visit www.lcpafl.org and select the VETERANS section for additional information and applications.

Which Column is the Amount I’m Most Likely to Owe?
The columns in blue are tax rates likely to be adopted at the taxing authority’s hearing and the corresponding ad valorem tax amounts likely owed. This is because, historically, Lake County taxing authorities have passed their proposed budgets. The back page of your TRIM notice contains the dates and times for budget hearings. The Tax Collector will mail your tax bill by November 1st.

YOUR TAX RATE AND TAXES THIS  YEAR IF PROPOSED BUDGET  CHANGE IS MADE
COLUMN 7 RATE | COLUMN 8 TAXES
4.7309 | 415.73
0.3853 | 33.86
4.9220 | 432.53
2.2480 | 197.55
7.5810 | 666.19
0.3283 | 28.85
0.1900 | 16.70
0.2554 | 22.44
1.0000 | 87.88
| 1,901.73

Attention New Homeowners!
You may qualify for substantial tax savings with Homestead Exemption. This exemption is not automatically applied to your new home. An application is not filed by your attorney or closing agent. You must file an application with the Property Appraiser.
Failing to apply for your homestead exemption can cost you hundreds of dollars each year and could also cause a drastic increase in your monthly mortgage payment.
If you moved into your home after January 1st 2017, you can pre-file now for savings that apply to 2018 taxes. Don’t delay. The filing deadline is March 1st.
Filing is EASY online at www.lcpafl.org

Homestead Exemption Could Save You Over $750 Each Year!

File For Homestead Online Today.
Save money tomorrow.
It’s that easy!Tm
Visit www.lcpafl.org

Attention SENIORS on Limited Income!
You may benefit from significant property tax savings if:
You are 65 or older as of January 1st
and
You have or qualify for homestead exemption
and
Your annual household adjusted gross income does not exceed $28,841
(Social Security income may or may not apply depending upon amount and filing status. Call for details.)
If you qualify for this exemption, you must file an application with the Property Appraiser. Visit our website  www.lcpafl.org and select the SENIORS section for information and application or call us at 352-253-2150 for assistance.