Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Metro Guide · Last verified Apr 12, 2026
14 local programs from county, city, utility, and regional sources for Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater area homeowners. 14 currently open and accepting applications.
These are county, city, utility, and regional programs specific to the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metropolitan area. They're in addition to Florida's statewide programs and federal credits that all homeowners can access.
| Program | Administrator | Value | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broward County Senior Homestead Exemption | Broward County Property Appraiser | Up to $1,000 | Open | Official |
| Florida Homestead Exemption (Duval) | Duval County Property Appraiser | Up to $1,000 | Open | Official |
| Hillsborough County Homestead Exemption | Hillsborough County Property Appraiser | Up to $50,000 | Open | Official |
| Miami-Dade Senior Homestead Exemption | Miami-Dade County Property Appraiser | Up to $1,500 | Open | Official |
| Pinellas County Homestead Exemption | Pinellas County Property Appraiser | Up to $51,411 | Open | Official |
| Duke Energy Florida Home Energy Improvement Rebates | Duke Energy Florida | Up to $3,800 | Open | Official |
| FPL Home Energy Efficiency Rebates | Florida Power & Light | Up to $400 | Open | Official |
| JEA Battery Storage Incentive | JEA | Up to $4,000 | Open | Official |
| JEA Residential Energy Rebates | JEA | Up to $350 | Open | Official |
| OUC Battery Storage Rebate | Orlando Utilities Commission | Up to $2,000 | Open | Official |
| OUC Efficiency Delivered Program | Orlando Utilities Commission | Up to $2,500 | Open | Official |
| OUC Electric Vehicle Rebate | Orlando Utilities Commission | Up to $200 | Open | Official |
| OUC Heat Pump A/C Rebate | Orlando Utilities Commission | Up to $1,150 | Open | Official |
| Tampa Electric Heating & Cooling Rebate | Tampa Electric Company | Up to $550 | Open | Official |
Broward County Property Appraiser
Extra $25,000 reduction on City portion of property taxes for low-income seniors 65+.
Must be 65+ as of Jan 1, 2026. Must have Homestead Exemption. Household AGI must not exceed $38,686.
Filing deadline Mar 2, 2026
Duval County Property Appraiser
Up to $50,000 off assessed value; triggers Save Our Homes 3% annual cap on increases
Own and occupy as permanent residence on Jan 1; all FL legal residents eligible
Auto-renews annually; file by March 1
Hillsborough County Property Appraiser
Up to $50,000 property tax exemption on primary residence ($25,000 fully exempt + $25,000 on value between $50,000-$75,000 for non-school taxes). Includes Save Our Homes 3% annual assessment cap.
Must own and occupy as primary residence as of Jan 1; must be US citizen or permanent resident; must file by Mar 1
Miami-Dade County Property Appraiser
Additional property tax exemption for homeowners 65+ with household AGI up to $38,686.
Must be 65+ as of Jan 1, 2026. Must already have Homestead Exemption. Combined household AGI must not exceed $38,686.
Pinellas County Property Appraiser
Up to $50,000+ property tax exemption on primary residence. Includes Save Our Homes 3% annual assessment increase cap.
Must own and occupy as primary residence as of Jan 1; must be bona fide FL resident; file by Mar 1
Duke Energy Florida
Up to $3,800 in rebates for energy efficiency upgrades: HVAC replacement ($300-$1,000), windows (up to $400), duct testing/repair (up to $200). Free Home Energy Check required first.
Must be Duke Energy FL residential customer; must complete free Home Energy Check before work begins
Florida Power & Light
Instant rebates: high-efficiency AC/heat pump $200-$400, ceiling insulation $220, smart thermostat $100. OnCall demand response: $50-$100/year bill credits.
Must be an FPL residential customer. HVAC rebates require installation by a Participating Independent Contractor.
JEA
$4,000 rebate on residential battery systems with minimum 6 kWh capacity and 10-year warranty
JEA residential customer; battery min 6 kWh with 10-year warranty
JEA
$200 for HVAC/heat pump/AC; $350 heat pump water heater; $50 smart thermostat; $50 HVAC tune-up
JEA residential electric customer; equipment installed Oct 1 2025 - Sep 30 2026
Submit within 90 days; max 2 rebates per product type per 7 years
Orlando Utilities Commission
Up to $2,000 rebate for residential battery storage system installation
Must be active OUC residential electric customer in single-family, condo, or townhome
Orlando Utilities Commission
Up to $2,500 in energy and water efficiency upgrades with interest-free payments over 24 months on utility bill
Must be OUC residential customer; income qualification may apply
Orlando Utilities Commission
$200 rebate for purchase or lease of a new or preowned electric vehicle
Must be active OUC residential customer; apply within 6 months of EV purchase or lease
Orlando Utilities Commission
Rebate for installing a 15.2 SEER2 or higher heat pump A/C system; credit applied to utility bill
Must be active OUC residential electric customer in single-family, condo, or townhome; apply within 6 months of purchase
Tampa Electric Company
Rebates for high-efficiency HVAC replacement: $40 at SEER 16+, $550 at SEER 17+, and geothermal systems at EER 14+. Must submit application within 90 days of installation.
Must be Tampa Electric residential customer; minimum SEER 16.00 or SEER2 15.20; contractor deducts rebate from invoice
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