05/06/2026
Here’s your quick guide to filing your property tax protest this year.
Property Tax Protest Deadline
The deadline to protest your property taxes is May 15, 2026. It’s important to mark your calendar and take action before this date to ensure your protest is considered.
Every year, you should protest your property taxes—even if you agree with the assessed value. Challenging your appraisal helps ensure your taxes remain fair and can prevent increases based solely on lack of protest.
Protest Portals by County
• Harris County (HCAD): https://hcad.org/
• Brazoria County (BCAD): https://brazoriacad.org/
• Fort Bend County (FBCAD): https://www.fbcad.org/
• Galveston County: (GCCAD): https://galvestoncad.org/
• Chambers County: (CCAD): https://chamberscad.org/
Advocacy for Property Tax Relief
After submitting your protest, consider sending a message to the Governor to express your desire for property tax relief. You can use the following link to contact the Governor: https://gov.texas.gov/apps/contact-us/opinion
Additional Resources
For more information about protesting your appraisal and navigating property tax season, refer to this guide from the Texas Real Estate Research Center: It’s Property Tax Season, Here’s Your Guide to Protest Your Appraisal | Texas Real Estate Research Center
https://trerc.tamu.edu/blog/its-property-tax-season-heres-your-guide-to-protest-your-appraisal/?utm_campaign=SM+-+Consumer&utm_content=376784451&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&hss_channel=fbp-89617004297&fbclid=IwY2xjawRoTMRleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFjaTZuUlBiWUg5WGtQTDR6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHiAJjZmIPjy0fcTRPW0U0YxdnzIROIFp50XN6CoK1tvpy21n4E-BdSmJSoFK_aem__v1BJ-3HoRSuhTGRfN6q7g&utm_id=97758_v0_s00_e230_tv2_tp2_a1dennhaweqrf4
Don’t want to deal with the process yourself? You have the option of hiring a professional, O’Connor & Associates and Onwell are a few that will handle the entire process.
Disclaimer: I’m a licensed real estate agent, and this is for informational purposes only—not tax or legal advice.
Learn how to lower your tax bill with this Texas property tax protest guide, including deadlines, evidence tips, and homestead exemptions.
