I
am a homeowner with disabilities. May I receive any property tax benefits?
A
person with a disability may get exemptions if:
If you receive disability benefits under the
Federal Old Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance Program through the Social
Security Administration you should qualify. Disability benefits from any other
program do not automatically qualify.
I am a disabled veteran. Am I entitled to any property tax deductions?
You may qualify for a property tax deduction if you are either:
You must be a Texas resident and must provide
documentation from the Veteran’s Administration reflecting the percentage of
your service-connected disability. Your disability rating must be at least 10%.
To file please select the forms tab on our website and complete the Disabled
Veteran’s or Survivor’s Exemption application.
The Texas Property Tax Code does not require Texas Driver License. These are approved when they select yes on the Texas residency question on the application and if the mailing address is in Texas.
If your disability rating is 100% you may qualify for a 100% Disabled Veteran’s Homestead Exemption. This property must be your principal residence and you may not claim homestead on another property. You can apply for the 100% Disabled Veteran’s Homestead Exemption via the Homestead application by locating your property through Property Search and selecting the HS Exemption icon.
I
am a surviving spouse. Am I eligible for any exemption benefits?
If a homeowner who has been receiving
the tax ceiling on school taxes dies, the ceiling transfers to the surviving
spouse if the survivor is 55 or older and has ownership in the home. The
survivor must apply to the Appraisal District for the tax ceiling to transfer.
Am
I eligible for additional exemptions when I turn 65?
If you are age 65 or older your
residence homestead will qualify for additional exemption deductions. You
qualify for the Age 65 or Older Exemption the year you turn 65. You can apply
for the Age 65 or Older Exemption via the Homestead Exemption application by
locating your property through Property Search and selecting the HS Exemption
icon.
Can
I claim a Homestead Exemption on a mobile home if I do not own the land?
Yes. You will need to furnish a copy
of your title to the mobile home or a verified copy of your purchase contract.
When
and where do I apply for my Homestead Exemption?
You may apply at the Williamson
Central Appraisal District or online by locating your property through Property Search and selecting the HS Exemption icon. The Homestead Exemption can be applied for at anytime of the year.
Do
I need to reapply every year for my Homestead Exemption?
No. You do not have to reapply unless
the Chief Appraiser requests a new application or you move to a new residence.
How
many acres can I claim as my homestead?
State law allows you to claim that
portion of your land that you maintain for residential purposes but this amount
may not exceed 20 acres. Generally, one acre or less is maintained for
homestead purposes.
How
do I qualify for the Homestead Exemption?
Effective January 1, 2022, property owners may qualify for a general residence homestead exemption, for the applicable portion of that tax year, immediately upon owning and occupying the property as their principal residence, if the preceding owner did not receive the exemption that tax year.
What
is a Homestead Exemption?
The Homestead Exemption is provided by
state law for owner-occupied residential properties. The exemption removes a
portion of your value from taxation providing a lower tax amount for the
homestead property.