Severe Weather

Tornadoes Are a Real Hazard in Dallas County

Dallas County sits in tornado-prone North Texas, and the National Weather Service tracks more than 140 years of tornado records for the county.

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The National Weather Service Fort Worth office keeps a tornado database for Dallas County that goes back to 1880. Tornadoes can hit any part of the county. The peak season is spring, but bad storms can happen any month of the year.

If you are buying or renting in Dallas County, know your shelter options. Many newer homes do not have basements. Find out where your nearest storm shelter is before a storm threatens. Monitor weather alerts at weather.gov/fwd or through the NWS alerts app. Do not wait until a warning is issued to figure out your plan.

Source to confirm: NWS Fort Worth – Dallas County Tornado Climatology

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Property Tax Basics

Who Appraises Your Property in Dallas County

The Dallas Central Appraisal District sets the value of your property each year, and that value drives your tax bill.

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Homestead Exemption

The Homestead Exemption Cuts Your School Taxes

Texas law requires school districts to exempt $140,000 of your home's value from school property taxes if you qualify.

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Age 65 / Disability Exemption

Extra Tax Break for Seniors and Disabled Homeowners

If you are 65 or older, or have a qualifying disability, you get an additional $60,000 off your home's school-taxable value.

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Veteran Exemption

Veterans with Disabilities Get a Property Tax Break

Texas gives disabled veterans a property tax exemption based on their VA disability rating.

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