Land Division

Smith County has subdivision rules for dividing unincorporated land

If you want to divide a tract in an unincorporated part of Smith County, county subdivision regulations apply.

Smith County's codified policies include Subdivision Regulations. These rules control how land outside city limits can be split into smaller pieces. They cover road access, lot size, and the steps needed to record a plat with the county.

Smith County does not require a general building permit for single-family homes in unincorporated areas. But splitting land still triggers the subdivision process. If you are buying raw land with plans to divide it later, ask the county about the current rules before you close on the purchase. The official source is listed below.

Source to confirm: Smith County — County Ordinances and 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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