Benefits · Tax Relief
How to apply for Texas Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption (Partial, 10%–100% Rating)
Local county appraisal district (statewide exemption under Texas Tax Code §11.22, overseen by the Texas Comptroller)
Who it's for
Texas exempts part of a disabled veteran's property value from taxation, stepping up with the VA disability rating: $5,000 off assessed value at 10–29%, $7,500 at 30–49%, $10,000 at 50–69%, and $12,000 at 70–100%. A veteran age 65 or older with a rating of at least 10% receives the full $12,000 exemption regardless of tier — the age rule that matters most for seniors. The exemption can apply to any one property the veteran owns, not only the homestead. An unmarried surviving spouse may also qualify. Apply once through the county appraisal district with the VA award letter showing the rating.
The exemption amount steps with the VA rating tier ($5,000 to $12,000 off assessed value), and a veteran 65 or older with at least a 10% rating gets the full $12,000. Dollar savings depend on the local property tax rate — the appraisal district applies the exemption and can confirm the exact effect.
What you'll need
- VA disability award letter showing the rating percentage
- Photo ID (driver's license or state ID)
- Completed Form 50-135 (Disabled Veteran's or Survivor's Exemption) from the county appraisal district
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
Renewals
one-time application; the appraisal district may periodically re-verify
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