In accordance with Texas Property Tax Code Section 11.43(h-1), appraisal districts are now required to audit each residence homestead exemption every five years to ensure the property owners qualifications. If we cannot confirm that an exemption should remain on the property, we will request the property owner to submit an updated application and verify their information to maintain their exemption(s). 

Texas Property Tax Code, Section 11.43(h-1): The chief appraiser of an appraisal district shall develop a program for the periodic review of each residence homestead exemption granted by the district under Section 11.13 to confirm that the recipient of the exemption still qualifies for the exemption. The program must require the chief appraiser to review each residence homestead exemption at least once every five tax years. 

If you have received a notice that we need you to reapply to verify your eligibility, a response is required within 30 days of the date of the letter. Failure to submit an updated application with the required documentation will result in the removal of the exemption(s).  

To file an online application, please access www.wcad.org, locate your property through Property Search and click on the HS Exemption icon and complete and submit the application.   

In accordance with Texas Property Tax Code Section 11.43(n), effective September 1, 2011, please submit a copy of your Texas driver’s license or personal ID matching the property address.