INSTRUCTIONS: FLORIDA APPLICATION FOR REFUND OF AD VALOREM TAXES (Form DR-462)

Florida property owners are required to pay an ad valorem tax, which is interchangeable with property tax. If you feel that the assessed value of your property is excessive or you have paid taxes in error, you may file a form DR-462 to apply for a refund of these payments. The form is found on the website of the Florida Department of Revenue.

Florida Application For Refund Of Ad Valorem Taxes DR-462 Step 1: Enter your name in the first blank box.

Florida Application For Refund Of Ad Valorem Taxes DR-462 Step 2: Enter the county in which you are filing and the date of your application.

Florida Application For Refund Of Ad Valorem Taxes DR-462 Step 3: Enter the size of the refund you are seeking and indicate which tax years you are seeking a refund for.

Florida Application For Refund Of Ad Valorem Taxes DR-462 Step 4: Enter your mailing address.

Florida Application For Refund Of Ad Valorem Taxes DR-462 Step 5: Give a written explanation of your request for a refund. You must attach copies of all documents which support your statement. For those who have had their property misclassified or its value otherwise overestimated, they must include a copy of the state tax receipt for the year they are seeking a refund for, a certificate of correction signed and dated by a property appraiser, and a copy of homestead exemption application or renewal if applicable.

Florida Application For Refund Of Ad Valorem Taxes DR-462 Step 6: If you are applying for a refund on the basis of taxes paid in error, attach a copy of a certified letter to the taxpayer notifying you of this, a tax notice receipt and any other supporting documents.

Florida Application For Refund Of Ad Valorem Taxes DR-462 Step 7: Sign and date the form where indicated.

Florida Application For Refund Of Ad Valorem Taxes DR-462 Step 8: File the form and supporting documents with your county tax collector.

Florida Application For Refund Of Ad Valorem Taxes DR-462 Step 9: If you are filing a claim seeking $2,500 or more in refunds, you must file the form with the Department of Revenue. This can be done via mail, email or fax. Addresses for all three are provided at the bottom of the form.