Weather Hazard

Denton County sits in an active tornado corridor in North Texas

The National Weather Service tracks tornadoes in Denton County going back to 1880, and the county lies in an area where spring severe weather is a regular concern.

Denton County Home & Property

North Texas gets active tornado seasons, and Denton County is squarely in that risk zone. The NWS Fort Worth office keeps a tornado history database for Denton County with records going back to 1880. Tornadoes are most likely in spring. There is a smaller risk again in fall.

Hail is also a big hazard here. Large hail can damage your roof, your car, and your HVAC unit. Home insurance rates in the DFW area often reflect this risk. When you move to Denton County, find your nearest shelter ahead of time. Sign up for Denton County emergency alerts. Check NWS Fort Worth forecasts when storms are in the forecast.

Source to confirm: NWS Fort Worth — Denton County Tornado Climatology

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Property Tax Basics

Two offices handle your property taxes in Denton County

The Denton Central Appraisal District sets your property value; the county Tax Assessor-Collector sends the bill.

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Homestead Exemption

How to claim a homestead exemption in Denton County

Filing a homestead exemption with DCAD can lower your taxable property value if you live in the home you own.

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Ag Valuation

Farm and ranch land can be taxed on what it produces, not what it sells for

Qualifying agricultural land in Denton County is appraised at its farming productivity value, which is usually much lower than market value.

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Appraisal Protest

You can protest your Denton County appraisal if you think it is too high

Denton County property owners have the right to protest their appraised value each year through the Denton Central Appraisal District.

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