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Smith County, Texas

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

County Seat

Tyler

Region

East Texas

Population

233,479

Filing Deadline

April 30

Appraisal District

Smith County Appraisal District

Address245 SE Loop 323, Tyler, TX 75702
Phone(903) 510-8600
Websitehttps://www.smithcad.org ↗
Available Exemptions

Exemption Types in Smith County

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

Key Dates for Smith County

April 30 — Filing Deadline

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

Smith County FAQ

How do I file an ag exemption in Smith County?
To file an agricultural exemption in Smith County, contact the Smith 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 Smith County. The filing deadline is April 30 each year.
What is the minimum acreage for Smith County?
Minimum acreage requirements in Smith County vary by exemption type and agricultural practice. Generally, the Smith 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 Smith County Appraisal District?
The Smith County Appraisal District is located at 245 SE Loop 323, Tyler, TX 75702. You can reach them by phone at (903) 510-8600 or visit their website at https://www.smithcad.org.
What forms do I need for Smith County?
For Smith 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 Smith County Appraisal District office or their website.
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