Harris County Tax Protest Deadline

Learn important property tax protest filing deadlines and appeal timing information for Harris County homeowners.

Filing Deadline

May 15

or 30 days after notice

County

Harris County

Houston Area

State

Texas

TX

Appeal Window

30 Days

from notice date

Important Filing Timeline

1

Review Your Notice

Review your notice of assessed value from Harris County Appraisal District (HCAD) when it arrives.

2

Gather Evidence

Gather supporting evidence and comparable homes data to support your protest.

3

Submit Before Deadline

Submit your protest before the county deadline to preserve your appeal rights.

What Happens If You Miss the Deadline?

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Loss of Appeal Rights: You may lose your right to appeal your property tax assessment for the current tax year.

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Late Submissions: Late submissions are generally not accepted by the Harris County Appraisal Review Board.

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Verify Dates: Homeowners should always verify exact deadline dates with Harris County Appraisal District directly.

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