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Franklin County, Texas

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

County Seat

Mount Vernon

Region

East Texas

Population

10,605

Filing Deadline

April 30

Appraisal District

Franklin County Appraisal District

AddressContact the appraisal district for address
PhoneContact the appraisal district
WebsiteVisit the Texas Comptroller website for details
Available Exemptions

Exemption Types in Franklin County

Agricultural Exemption
Wildlife Exemption
Timber Exemption
Beekeeping Exemption
Hay meadow Exemption
Important Deadlines

Key Dates for Franklin County

April 30 — Filing Deadline

All agricultural, wildlife, and timber exemption applications must be submitted to the Franklin County 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

Franklin County FAQ

How do I file an ag exemption in Franklin County?
To file an agricultural exemption in Franklin County, contact the Franklin County 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 Franklin County. The filing deadline is April 30 each year.
What is the minimum acreage for Franklin County?
Minimum acreage requirements in Franklin County vary by exemption type and agricultural practice. Generally, the Franklin County 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 Franklin County Appraisal District?
Contact the Franklin County Appraisal District for their current office location and hours. You can search for their contact information on the Texas Comptroller's website.
What forms do I need for Franklin County?
For Franklin 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 Franklin County Appraisal District office or their website.
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