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Property tax revenue loss from Constitutional Amendment 3

Summary

Amendment 3 raises the homestead exemption to $150,000 in 2027 and $250,000 in 2028, which could strip an estimated $11.6 million — growing to $17 million — from Deltona's general fund each year. That's money for fire service, parks, roads, and more.

At a glance

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Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Estimated loss of $11.6 million in FY 2027-2028 and $17.1 million in FY 2028-2029 compared to the current baseline.

✅Who benefits

Homeowners who claim the larger homestead exemption would see property tax savings.

⚠️Who could be affected

Every resident who relies on city services could see cuts or new fees if the revenue gap isn't replaced.

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