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Howard County, Texas

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

County Seat

Big Spring

Region

West Texas

Population

36,147

Filing Deadline

April 30

Appraisal District

Howard 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 Howard County

Agricultural Exemption
Wildlife Exemption
Beekeeping Exemption
Important Deadlines

Key Dates for Howard County

April 30 — Filing Deadline

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

Howard County FAQ

How do I file an ag exemption in Howard County?
To file an agricultural exemption in Howard County, contact the Howard 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 Howard County. The filing deadline is April 30 each year.
What is the minimum acreage for Howard County?
Minimum acreage requirements in Howard County vary by exemption type and agricultural practice. Generally, the Howard 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 Howard County Appraisal District?
Contact the Howard 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 Howard County?
For Howard 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 Howard County Appraisal District office or their website.
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