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Oil and Gas

Grayson County Has a History of Oil and Gas Production

Oil and gas production has been part of Grayson County's economy. The Railroad Commission of Texas regulates all oil and gas activity in the state.

Grayson County Rules & Licenses

During the 20th century, Grayson County's economy grew beyond farming. It added manufacturing and petroleum production. The Handbook of Texas lists petroleum as part of the county's industrial output.

If you own rural land, check your property deed. It may show whether the mineral rights were split off and sold to someone else at some point in the past. If they were, you do not own what is underground.

The Railroad Commission of Texas oversees all oil and gas wells and pipelines in the state. They offer a free online GIS map and a production data tool. You can use either one to search for wells near any property in Grayson County. This is helpful if you are buying rural land and want to know about oil or gas activity nearby.

Source to confirm: Handbook of Texas — Grayson County

More Grayson County notes

Property Tax Basics

Two Different Offices Handle Your Property Taxes

Grayson County splits property tax duties between two offices, and knowing which one to call saves you time.

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Homestead Exemption

Apply for a Homestead Exemption to Lower Your Tax Bill

If your home is your main residence, you may qualify for a homestead exemption that reduces the taxable value of your property.

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Agricultural Appraisal

Farm and Ranch Land Can Be Taxed at a Much Lower Rate

Texas allows farmland and ranchland to be taxed on what it can produce, not what it would sell for, which can mean a much lower tax bill.

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Appraisal Protest

You Can Challenge Your Property Appraisal Each Year

If you think the Grayson Central Appraisal District overvalued your property, you have the right to protest and get a hearing.

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