Ag / Wildlife Valuation

Landowners can keep ag tax rates by managing wildlife

If your land already has an agricultural tax valuation, you may be able to switch to wildlife management use and keep the lower tax rate.

Kendall County Money & Taxes

Texas law lets qualifying landowners value their property based on wildlife management instead of farming or ranching. This keeps property taxes low. The land must already have an agricultural appraisal to make the switch.

You file a Wildlife Management Plan (form PWD-885) with the Kendall County Appraisal District — not with Texas Parks and Wildlife. Each year you also submit a report (form PWD-888) to show ongoing wildlife activities. TPWD wildlife biologists can help you build a plan that qualifies. Contact them at hunt@tpwd.texas.gov.

Source to confirm: TPWD — Agriculture Property Tax Conversion for Wildlife Management

More Kendall County notes

Property Tax

Two offices handle your property tax in Kendall County

The appraisal district sets your home's value, and a separate tax office handles billing — knowing which office to call saves time.

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Homestead Exemption

A homestead exemption lowers the taxable value of your home

If your Kendall County home is your main residence, you can apply for a homestead exemption that lowers your property tax bill.

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Groundwater / Water Wells

A special district regulates water wells in Kendall County

The Cow Creek Groundwater Conservation District controls well drilling in Kendall County — you need a permit before you drill.

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Flood Risk

The Guadalupe River floods fast in Kendall County

Rain upstream in Kerr County can send floodwaters through Kendall County within hours. Low-water crossings and riverside properties are especially at risk.

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