Household goods are not taxed in Florida. Tangible Personal Property is assessed annually on businesses at fair market value. The first $25,000 in value is exempt from taxation. An initial Tangible Personal Property Return must be filed to claim this exemption. Failure to file will result in the loss of the exemption and assessment of penalties. The Return DOR-405 is available to download at , www.pbcgov.com/PAPA, or call Tangible Services at 561.355.2896.

The Property Appraiser’s Office has five conveniently located Service Centers throughout the county in West Palm Beach, Delray Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Royal Palm Beach and Belle Glade. Call Exemption Services at 561.355.2866 for more information.