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April 1, 2025 Maverick Tax Guardians

Denton Central Appraisal District Releases Updated Property Tax Information

The Denton Central Appraisal District has compiled and released new property tax information to assist taxpayers. This updated information covers a wide range of topics, including taxpayer remedies, exemptions, and appraisals. It also includes specific details for groups such as disabled veterans and individuals aged 65 or older.

According to Don Spencer, Chief Appraiser, “Whether you are a homeowner, business owner, disabled veteran, or taxpayer, it’s important you know your rights concerning the property tax laws. You can contact us about any appraisal district matters with full confidence that we will provide the most complete, accurate, and up-to-date information available to assist you.”

Key Programs and Exemptions Available:

Property Tax Exemptions for Disabled Veterans

  • Partial exemptions are available for disabled veterans, their surviving spouses, and children.
  • A full exemption is granted for 100% disabled veterans and their surviving spouses.
  • Exemptions also apply to homesteads donated to disabled veterans by charitable organizations.

Property Tax Exemptions for Non-Profit Organizations & Businesses

  • Eligible non-profits may apply for property tax exemptions.
  • Businesses that receive tax abatements, ship inventory out of Texas, store certain goods, or operate pollution control property may qualify for statutory exemptions.

Rendering Taxable Property

  • Businesses owning tangible personal property used for income production must file a rendition with the local appraisal district.

Appraisal Notices

  • Taxpayers typically receive notices of appraised value from the local appraisal district.

Property Taxpayer Remedies

  • A Comptroller publication explains how to protest property appraisals and what to expect in a protest hearing.

Homestead Exemptions

  • Homestead exemptions lower a home’s appraised value and property tax.
  • A new homeowner can apply for a homestead exemption if the previous owner did not use it for that tax year.

Productivity Appraisal for Agricultural & Timberland Use

  • Property used for timberland, agriculture, or wildlife management may qualify for a special appraisal based on production value rather than market value.

Residence Homestead Tax Deferral

  • Texas homeowners may defer paying taxes on their appreciating home values by filing a tax deferral affidavit.

Property Tax Deferral for Seniors & Disabled Homeowners

  • Homeowners aged 65 or older, disabled individuals, or disabled veterans may defer property taxes while living in their home. Interest accrues at 5% annually.

Electronic Communication with Appraisal Districts

  • Taxpayers in counties with a population of over 200,000 may receive electronic communication regarding property appraisals and protests.

Protesting Property Appraisal Values

  • Property owners who disagree with their property valuation may protest to the local Appraisal Review Board (ARB).
  • Informal meetings with appraisal district staff are available before ARB hearings to resolve disputes.

For more details on these programs, contact the Denton Central Appraisal District at 3911 Morse St., Denton, TX, 76208, or call 940-349-3800.

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This news article is based on information from:
Dentoncad.com-“Updated Property Tax Information Now Available for Texas Taxpayers” (January 27, 2025). Retrieved from:https://www.dentoncad.com/