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Collin County, Texas

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

County Seat

McKinney

Region

North Texas

Population

1,064,465

Filing Deadline

April 30

Appraisal District

Collin Central Appraisal District

Address250 Eldorado Pkwy, McKinney, TX 75069
Phone(469) 742-9200
Websitehttps://www.collincad.org ↗
Available Exemptions

Exemption Types in Collin County

Important Deadlines

Key Dates for Collin County

April 30 — Filing Deadline

All agricultural, wildlife, and timber exemption applications must be submitted to the Collin Central 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

Collin County FAQ

How do I file an ag exemption in Collin County?
To file an agricultural exemption in Collin County, contact the Collin Central 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 Collin County. The filing deadline is April 30 each year.
What is the minimum acreage for Collin County?
Minimum acreage requirements in Collin County vary by exemption type and agricultural practice. Generally, the Collin Central 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 Collin County Appraisal District?
The Collin Central Appraisal District is located at 250 Eldorado Pkwy, McKinney, TX 75069. You can reach them by phone at (469) 742-9200 or visit their website at https://www.collincad.org.
What forms do I need for Collin County?
For Collin 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 Collin Central Appraisal District office or their website.

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