The property must be your principal residence and you cannot claim a homestead exemption on any other property. You must provide a valid Texas driver's license or Texas identification card and the address listed must match the address for which the exemption is requested.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION Attach a copy of each property owner's driver's license or state-issued personal identification certificate. The address listed on the driver's license or state-issued personal identification certificate must correspond to the property address for which the exemption is requested.
Turner added, “These applications must be filed with the Fort Bend Central Appraisal District, 2801 B F Terry Blvd, Rosenberg, TX 77471, Phone 281-344-8623.” If you have questions, please contact the Fort Bend Central Appraisal District using the information above. You may also email them at info@fbcad.
Note: Applications will be processed in the order they are received. We strive to process exemptions as quickly as possible, but at times processing could take up to 90 days to process, per Texas Property Tax Code Section 11.45.
A homestead exemption in Fort Bend County can reduce the taxable value of your property by up to 20%, potentially saving 20% on your property tax bill.
Application Form 50-114 can also be filed online to expedite processing. The following exemptions are also included on the form. Please note that each has specific requirements. A copy of a valid Texas Driver License or Texas ID that matches the property situs address is required for most exemptions.
This law increased the annual Texas homestead tax exemption from $40,000 to $100,000, starting with January 2023 taxes. While tax savings relief stole the headlines, another law was enacted that may require homeowners to renew their application for their homestead exemptions every five years.
What if I miss the filing deadline? A late application for a residence homestead exemption, including for a person age 65 or older or disabled, may be filed up to two years after the filing deadline has passed.