Gulf Coast · Texas

Cameron County, Texas

Property tax exemption information, filing guidance, and appraisal district contacts for Cameron County landowners.

County Seat

Brownsville

Region

Gulf Coast

Population

421,750

Filing Deadline

April 30

Appraisal District

Cameron Appraisal District

Address1050 E Madison St, Brownsville, TX 78520
Phone(956) 550-6700
Websitehttps://www.cameroncad.org ↗
Available Exemptions

Exemption Types in Cameron County

Agricultural Exemption
Wildlife Exemption
Beekeeping Exemption
Hay meadow Exemption
Exotic animals Exemption
Important Deadlines

Key Dates for Cameron County

April 30 — Filing Deadline

All agricultural, wildlife, and timber exemption applications must be submitted to the Cameron Appraisal District by April 30. Late applications may be accepted with a penalty until the appraisal review board approves the records.

January 1 — Qualification Date

Your property must qualify for the exemption as of January 1 of the tax year. Land use, acreage, and intensity standards are evaluated as of this date.

Common Questions

Cameron County FAQ

How do I file an ag exemption in Cameron County?
To file an agricultural exemption in Cameron County, contact the Cameron Appraisal District and submit a completed Application for 1-d-1 (Open-Space) Agricultural Use Appraisal. You must demonstrate at least 5 of the past 7 years of qualifying agricultural use at the intensity level required by Cameron County. The filing deadline is April 30 each year.
What is the minimum acreage for Cameron County?
Minimum acreage requirements in Cameron County vary by exemption type and agricultural practice. Generally, the Cameron Appraisal District requires a minimum of 10 acres for standard agricultural exemptions, though beekeeping exemptions may qualify with as few as 5 acres. Contact the appraisal district directly for county-specific requirements.
Where is the Cameron County Appraisal District?
The Cameron Appraisal District is located at 1050 E Madison St, Brownsville, TX 78520. You can reach them by phone at (956) 550-6700 or visit their website at https://www.cameroncad.org.
What forms do I need for Cameron County?
For Cameron County, you will typically need: Application for 1-d-1 (Open-Space) Agricultural Use Appraisal, a Wildlife Management Plan (if applying for wildlife exemption), proof of agricultural use documentation, and any supporting evidence of qualifying activity. Forms are available from the Cameron Appraisal District office or their website.
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