Homestead Exemption
File for a homestead exemption to lower your property tax bill
Texas law lets you exempt part of your home's value from property taxes — but you have to apply at the appraisal district first.
A homestead exemption lowers the taxable value of your home. That means a smaller property tax bill. You must apply to get it — it does not happen on its own.
To qualify, the home must be your main residence. State law requires school districts to exempt a set dollar amount from your home's taxable value. The county, city, and other local taxing units can add their own optional exemptions on top of that.
You file at the Dawson County Central Appraisal District — not the tax office. The appraisal district is the office that sets your home's value and handles exemptions. Bring a copy of your driver's license or state ID. The address on your ID must match the property address.
The general deadline is April 30. Late applications are sometimes accepted. Call the appraisal district at 806-872-7060 or visit their website to confirm the current deadline and forms. The state updates the rules from time to time, so always check the official source.
Source to confirm: Texas Comptroller — Property Tax Exemptions