If you purchased a home in East Baton Rouge parish this year, you need to file for homestead exemption before June!  The tax assesor's office in East Baton Rouge will close their books from June until December.

To file for your homestead exemption you will need to bring the following documents: Signed Cash Sale * Signed Settlement Statement.  There are two locations for your convenience:

1.  The Main Office:                                                                                  2. Coursey Blvd

222 St. Louis Street, Room 126                                                     10500 Coursey Blvd., Suite 303

 Baton Rouge, LA 70808                                                               Baton Rouge, La 70816

 (225)389-3901                                                                           (225)389-3920

 There is also a helpful website for your convenience.

Some points to remember:

• Only one owner needs to be present to file for homestead
• You only have to file once
• If you go to the main office, it is easier if you take a buddy and the buddy drops you off and makes the block.  The process is quick and easy and parking downtown is not!
• You MUST file the year that you buy the property
• Do not forget to file!!! It will save $750 per year!