Rolling Plains · Texas

Wichita County, Texas

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

County Seat

Wichita Falls

Region

Rolling Plains

Population

132,230

Filing Deadline

April 30

Appraisal District

Wichita Appraisal District

Address600 Scott Ave, Wichita Falls, TX 76301
Phone(940) 322-2435
Websitehttps://www.wichitaad.org ↗
Available Exemptions

Exemption Types in Wichita County

Agricultural Exemption
Wildlife Exemption
Hay meadow Exemption
Beekeeping Exemption
Important Deadlines

Key Dates for Wichita County

April 30 — Filing Deadline

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

Wichita County FAQ

How do I file an ag exemption in Wichita County?
To file an agricultural exemption in Wichita County, contact the Wichita 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 Wichita County. The filing deadline is April 30 each year.
What is the minimum acreage for Wichita County?
Minimum acreage requirements in Wichita County vary by exemption type and agricultural practice. Generally, the Wichita 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 Wichita County Appraisal District?
The Wichita Appraisal District is located at 600 Scott Ave, Wichita Falls, TX 76301. You can reach them by phone at (940) 322-2435 or visit their website at https://www.wichitaad.org.
What forms do I need for Wichita County?
For Wichita 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 Wichita Appraisal District office or their website.
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