South Carolina law provides for real estate tax relief for senior, disabled, and legally blind citizens who meet certain requirements.  Generally, property owners must be at least 65 by December 31 of the previous year or be declared disabled by the Social Security Administration or be legally blind.  Citizens who meet these qualifications should file an application for real estate tax relief in the Florence County Auditor's Office.  For more information or to receive an application, contact the Florence County Auditor's Office located in room 105 of the City-County Complex, 180 North Irby Street, Florence between 8:30 am and 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, or call the office at 843-665-3088.