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Rusk County, Texas

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

County Seat

Henderson

Region

East Texas

Population

54,406

Filing Deadline

April 30

Appraisal District

Rusk 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 Rusk County

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

Key Dates for Rusk County

April 30 — Filing Deadline

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

Rusk County FAQ

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