Road Maintenance

Know who maintains your road in Smith County

Roads with FM or US numbers in Smith County are state roads maintained by TxDOT; other roads outside city limits are county roads.

Smith County Cars & Driving

If a road has a number like FM 14, FM 344, or US 69, it is a state highway and TxDOT is responsible for it. If the road is in an unincorporated area without a state number, it is a county road maintained by Smith County.

Knowing this matters when you report a pothole or need a driveway connection. County roads require a culvert permit from the county. TxDOT handles access permits for state roads. Roads inside city limits are the city's responsibility.

Source to confirm: Smith County — Roads and Transportation Policies

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Property Tax Basics

Two offices handle your property tax in Smith County

The Smith County Appraisal District sets your property value; a separate tax office collects what you owe.

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Homestead Exemption

File a homestead exemption to lower your Smith County tax bill

If your home is your primary residence, you can file a homestead exemption with Smith CAD to reduce the taxable value.

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Over-65 Exemption

Turning 65 freezes your school taxes in Smith County

Once you qualify for the over-65 homestead exemption, your school taxes cannot go higher than the amount you paid in your first qualifying year.

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Appraisal Protest

You can protest your property value in Smith County

If you think Smith CAD valued your property too high, you have the right to protest — and the deadline is printed on your appraisal notice.

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