Hunting License

Hunting in Hansford County Requires a Texas License

Anyone who hunts in Hansford County must have a Texas hunting license, and some public-land hunts need an extra permit.

Texas Parks and Wildlife (TPWD) requires a hunting license for hunters of any age. A lower-cost youth license is available for hunters under 17. The Panhandle's playa lakes — shallow, seasonal wetlands — are known for waterfowl and dove hunting. Some public hunting areas run by TPWD require an Annual Public Hunting Permit on top of your regular license.

You can buy a license online at tpwd.texas.gov or at local retailers. Seasons, bag limits, and permit requirements change each year. Always check the current TPWD Outdoor Annual before you hunt. Hunting on private land still requires owner permission and a valid license.

Source to confirm: TPWD — Hunting Licenses and Permits

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Property Tax

Who Handles Property Taxes in Hansford County

Two separate offices handle property taxes in Hansford County — one sets your value, one collects the bill.

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Homestead Exemption

Homestead Exemption Can Lower Your Tax Bill

If your home in Hansford County is your primary residence, you can apply for a homestead exemption that reduces your taxable value.

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Groundwater

Your Well Water Comes from the Ogallala Aquifer

Almost all water in Hansford County is pumped from the Ogallala Aquifer, a vast underground reservoir that has been slowly declining for decades.

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Ag Valuation

Farmland in Hansford County Can Be Taxed at Ag Value

Land used for farming or ranching in Hansford County may qualify for a lower tax rate based on what the land produces, not what it would sell for.

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