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Morris County, Texas

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

County Seat

Daingerfield

Region

East Texas

Population

12,388

Filing Deadline

April 30

Appraisal District

Morris 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 Morris County

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

Key Dates for Morris County

April 30 — Filing Deadline

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

Morris County FAQ

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