Texas Property Tax Appeal at a Glance
Governing Statute
Tex. Tax Code § 41.41 — Protest Before Appraisal Review Board
Appeal Deadline
You have 30 days from date notice of appraised value is delivered (or May 15, whichever is later) to file your appeal.
Appeal Body
File your appeal with the Appraisal Review Board (ARB).
Appeal levels: informal hearing with appraisal district, Appraisal Review Board, district court or binding arbitration
Assessment Standard
market value
Equalization ratio: 100% (10% annual cap for homestead)
Key Facts
- Assessment frequency: annual
- Filing fee: none for ARB; $15 for arbitration (refundable)
- Small claims option: Available
- Exemptions: homestead ($100,000), over-65 ($10,000 additional + school tax freeze), disabled ($10,000), disabled veteran (up to 100%)
What Your Texas Appeal Letter Includes
Every letter is built from Texas's actual appeal procedure — not a generic template.
Statute Citation
Tex. Tax Code § 41.41 cited by section number. The assessor sees you know the law.
Appeal Procedure
Correct filing body (Appraisal Review Board (ARB)), deadline, and procedural requirements for Texas.
Evidence Framework
Structured presentation of comparable sales, property conditions, and market data supporting your valuation.
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Texas Property Tax Appeal FAQ
How do I appeal my property tax assessment in Texas?
Under Tex. Tax Code § 41.41, you file an appeal with the Appraisal Review Board (ARB). You have 30 days from date notice of appraised value is delivered (or May 15, whichever is later) to file. The assessment standard is market value.
What is the deadline to appeal property taxes in Texas?
You have 30 days from date notice of appraised value is delivered (or May 15, whichever is later). Missing this deadline typically means you cannot appeal until the next assessment cycle.
What is the assessment standard in Texas?
Texas assesses property at market value. The equalization ratio is 100% (10% annual cap for homestead). Your appeal should demonstrate that the assessed value exceeds the property's true value under this standard.
What property tax exemptions are available in Texas?
Texas offers several exemptions including: homestead ($100,000), over-65 ($10,000 additional + school tax freeze), disabled ($10,000), disabled veteran (up to 100%). Check with your county assessor to see if you qualify for any of these exemptions.
What are the levels of appeal in Texas?
The appeal levels in Texas are: informal hearing with appraisal district, Appraisal Review Board, district court or binding arbitration. Most disputes are resolved at the first level. If not, you can escalate to higher bodies.
Do I need a lawyer to appeal my property taxes in Texas?
No. Property owners can file appeals themselves. Our tool generates a Texas-specific appeal letter citing Tex. Tax Code § 41.41 with your property details, comparable sales, and the correct appeal procedure.
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