INFORMATION FOR NEW HOMEOWNERS IN TEXAS
Exemptions are a form of tax relief that can reduce the taxable value of your property. Types of exemptions include:
- Homestead
- Over 65 years of age
- Disabled individuals
- Disabled veterans
- Agricultural
EXPLANATIONATION
If you own and occupy your new home, it is your homestead and you likely qualify for a homestead exemption. Tenants are not authorized to file for tax exemptions on property they rent. In Texas, this is the most common type of tax exemption. If you are new to the State of Texas you need to apply for exemptions by submitting a copy of your Texas Driver's License. The address on your driver's license must match the property address of the property you are filing the exemption for.
Investors may not apply for home exemptions if they are not occupying the property. Eligible homeowners must be occupying the property as their homestead on January 1st of the tax year in which the exemption is granted. It may be possible to apply for an exemption sooner. Please reach out to your county appraisal district to confirm the date that you may apply.
COST
The cost is free! Do not be scammed! If someone sends you something in the mail or calls you to file an exemption and asks for money, it is a scam! Filing for exemption is FREE. Forms can be downloaded on the Central Appraisal District's website for the county in which the property is located. The following county information is for all the counties in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex
Collin County: collincad.org - 469-742-9200
Dallas County: dallascad.org - 214-631-0520
Denton County: dentoncad.org - 940-349-3800
Ellis County: elliscad.org - 972-937-3552
Grayson County: graysonappraisal.org - 903-893-9673
Johnson County: johnson.org - 817-648-3000
Kaufman County: kaufman-cad.org - 972-932-6081
Parker County: parkercad.org - 817-596-0077
Rockwall County: rockwallcad.com - 972-771-2034
Tarrant County: tad.org - 817-284-0024
SPEED LIMITS
The Town of Flower Mound is in the process of lowering the residential speed limit to 25 mph. Staff is working on rolling out reduced speed limit signs. To learn more check www.flower-mound.com/residentialspeed.
HISTORIC GIBSON-GRANT LOG HOUSE
The Gibson-Grant Log House was constructed in 1860-1861. It is one of the few remaining log cabin structures of the mid-nineteenth century still standing on its original site in Denton County. The Town of Flower Mound acquired it, renovated it, and kept it away from being demolished. For more information on seeing this historic log house visit: www.flower-mound.com/gibsongrant.
NEW BUSINESSES COMING TO FLOWER MOUND
Dutch Brothers Coffee, 1501 Justin Road will offer a variety of flavor hot and cold coffee, lemonade, teas, and energy drinks. www.dutchbros.com
Sfereco, 4120 River Walk Dr offers American-Italian cuisine along with curated Italian cocktails. www.sfereco.com.
NY Pizza & Pints, 2717 Cross Timbers Rd, Suite 410, brings authentic NY pizza to Texas. The restaurant makes their own dough and grinder rolls from scratch every morning. They also provide a selection of craft beers and Growlers-to-go. nypizzaandpints.com.
Honeybird Sandwiches & Donuts, 801 International Parkway, Suite 520, specializes in gourmet donuts, breakfast sandwiches, and craft coffee.
FLOWER MOUND PUBLIC LIBRARY
Soon to be is the first Story Walk bringing reading outside. It is a pathway lined with weather resistant cases containing pages from a children's book. As you stroll down the path, you're directed to the next page in the story. New books will be installed along the pathway for reading enjoyment.
HOMES FOR SALE
Since January 1, 2022, there are 33 active listings and 3 coming soon. Number of bedrooms 4 - 6, number of baths 2.1 - 5.1, number of garages 2, 3, 4 and 7, square footage 1,542 to 5,356. Prices ranging from $451,900.00 to $4,150,000.00.
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