Missed the Texas protest deadline? What you can still do
What can you do after missing the Texas protest deadline?
Last verified July 2026. Source: Texas Tax Code §41.44 / §25.25.
First, confirm the deadline really passed
The usual protest deadline is May 15, or 30 days after the appraisal district mailed the notice of appraised value, whichever is later, under Tax Code section 41.44. Check the mailing date and instructions on your notice before assuming you are late, then confirm the deadline with your appraisal review board (ARB).
A late protest for good cause
Section 41.44 generally allows an appraisal review board to accept a late-filed protest if you can show good cause for missing the deadline. Whether your reason qualifies is the ARB's decision, not automatic, so contact your ARB promptly and be ready to explain what happened.
Correction motions under section 25.25
In some cases, section 25.25 lets an owner ask the ARB to correct certain errors on the appraisal roll, such as clerical errors or, in limited circumstances, a substantial overvaluation, sometimes for one or more prior years. The grounds and time limits are narrow and fact-specific, so check your ARB about whether a correction motion may apply to your situation.
Prepare for next year
If no late option fits this year, the practical move is to get ahead of the next cycle. Note the April 30 exemption date and the roughly May 15 protest date, watch for your appraisal notice, and gather evidence early. ExemptLand assembles comparable sales, the unequal-appraisal math, and the protest forms so you review and file on time.
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This page is general information, not legal or tax advice. For your specific situation, talk to your county appraisal district or a licensed professional. ExemptLand prepares the drafts; you review and file.