Key Texas Property Tax Dates You Should Be Aware Of in 2026

For Texas commercial property owners and business owners, the next few months are critical. Below are the key property tax deadlines to have on your radar:

📅 Important 2026 Dates

  • April 1 – Notices start to come out

  • April 15 – Business Personal Property Renditions Due

  • April 30 – Exemption Application Filing Deadline

  • ~April 15 – Notices of Appraised Value Begin

  • May 15 – Property Tax Protest Deadline (or 30-days after receiving your notice)

Missing a deadline can limit your options, and your ability to reduce your tax burden.

What These Dates Mean for You:

April 1 – Notices Start to Go Out

April 15 – Business Personal Property Renditions

If you operate a business in Texas, you may be required to report taxable assets such as equipment, furniture, fixtures, or inventory. Filing accurately and on time helps prevent penalties and inflated valuations.

Mid-April – Notices of Appraised Value

This is when appraisal districts begin sending value notices. Once received, the timeline to respond begins. Reviewing your valuation immediately is critical.

April 30 – Exemptions

Certain exemptions must be filed by April 30. If you purchased property, changed ownership structure, or modified property use in the last year, this deadline deserves attention.

May 15 – Protest Deadline

For most property owners, May 15 is the deadline to formally protest your valuation. Missing it generally forfeits your right to challenge the assessment.

Why Early Preparation Matters

The strongest property tax outcomes are built before deadlines arrive.

If you bought, built, expanded, or added assets in the past year, reviewing your valuation strategy now can significantly improve your position.

Property tax strategy isn’t just about filing a protest, it’s about preparation, documentation, and coordinated representation.

If you’d like to review your property’s assessment or prepare before notices arrive, now is the time to start the conversation.

Preparation today creates stronger outcomes tomorrow.

Joshua Estes