Johnson County Appraisal District

If you believe the Johnson County Appraisal District has overvalued your property, you have the right to formally protest that assessment. Understanding the process from start to finish gives you the best chance of achieving a fair outcome.

Know Your Deadline

The protest deadline in Johnson County is May 15, or 30 days after the date your appraisal notice was mailed — whichever is later. Missing this window forecloses your options for the current tax year, so treat the notice arrival date as a trigger for immediate action.

File Your Notice of Protest

To initiate a protest, you must file a Notice of Protest (Form 50-132) with the Johnson County Appraisal District. The CAD can be reached by phone at 817-648-3000 or through their website at http://www.johnsoncad.com/. Check the website for current instructions on how to submit your protest, as filing procedures can change. At the time of this writing, no dedicated online filing portal is listed, so confirm whether paper or in-person submission is required.

Build Your Case

The strength of your protest depends on the evidence you bring. Gather recent comparable sales in your neighborhood — properties similar in size, age, condition, and location that sold for less than your assessed value. Photographs documenting deferred maintenance, structural issues, or other factors that reduce value are also useful. If you recently purchased the property, a closing disclosure showing the purchase price is among the most compelling pieces of evidence available.

The Informal Hearing

Most protests begin with an informal meeting with an appraisal district staff member. This is an opportunity to present your evidence and potentially reach an agreed value before a formal Appraisal Review Board (ARB) hearing is scheduled. Come prepared with organized documentation and a clear, specific value you believe is appropriate.

The ARB Hearing

If the informal review does not resolve the dispute, your case proceeds to the ARB — an independent panel that hears evidence from both you and the appraisal district. Present your comparables and supporting documentation clearly and concisely. The ARB will issue a written order following the hearing.

Interim Chief Appraiser Brittany Vereen oversees the Johnson County Appraisal District. For current procedural guidance, contact the CAD directly at 817-648-3000.

1. What is the protest deadline for Johnson County property owners?

The deadline to file a property tax protest with the Johnson County Appraisal District is May 15 of the tax year, or 30 days after the date printed on your appraisal notice — whichever date falls later. If you receive your notice after April 15, the 30-day window effectively extends your deadline beyond May 15. Never assume the standard May 15 date applies without checking the mailing date on your notice.

2. How do I file a protest with the Johnson County Appraisal District?

You must submit a Notice of Protest to the Johnson County Appraisal District before your deadline expires. Contact the CAD at 817-648-3000 or visit http://www.johnsoncad.com/ to obtain the correct form and confirm current submission procedures. No online filing portal is currently listed for Johnson County, so verify whether the CAD accepts protest forms by mail, in person, or through another method before your deadline.

3. What homestead exemption is available in Johnson County?

Johnson County property owners who qualify for a General Residence Homestead exemption receive the greater of a $140,000 reduction or 20% off their property's assessed value for school district tax purposes. Additionally, homeowners who are 65 or older, or who qualify as disabled persons, receive an additional $200,000 exemption. These exemptions can meaningfully reduce your taxable value, so it is worth confirming with the appraisal district that your exemptions are properly on file.

4. What exemption is available for disabled veterans in Johnson County?

Disabled veterans with a service-connected disability rating between 10% and 100% are eligible for a $5,000 exemption on their property in Johnson County. This exemption applies regardless of whether the property is the veteran's primary residence. Veterans with higher disability ratings may qualify for larger exemptions under state law. Contact the Johnson County Appraisal District at 817-648-3000 to confirm your eligibility and ensure the exemption has been applied to your account.

Preparing a well-documented protest significantly improves your chances of securing a lower assessed value. These practical steps will help you move through the process efficiently.

Confirm your filing method before the deadline. The Johnson County Appraisal District does not currently list an online filing portal. Call 817-648-3000 or check http://www.johnsoncad.com/ early to find out whether protests must be submitted in person or by mail. Waiting until the final days before May 15 leaves no margin for error if you need to gather forms or arrange delivery.

Request your property's appraisal records. Once you file your protest, you are entitled to request the appraisal district's evidence package, which includes the data used to value your property. Review it for errors in square footage, lot size, year built, or property condition. Factual errors are among the easiest grounds for a successful protest.

Compile recent comparable sales. Identify three to five properties in your area that are similar to yours and sold recently at prices below your assessed value. The CAD's own website may have tools to help you research sales data. Organize your comparables in a simple table showing address, sale date, sale price, and relevant property characteristics.

Document any property condition issues. If your home has deferred maintenance, foundation concerns, or other deficiencies that reduce its market value, photograph them before your hearing. Written repair estimates from licensed contractors add credibility to condition-based arguments.

Arrive at your informal hearing with a target value. Rather than simply arguing that your value is too high, come prepared to state the specific assessed value you believe is appropriate and explain why your evidence supports it. A focused, evidence-backed presentation is more persuasive than a general objection.

For questions at any stage, contact the Johnson County Appraisal District at 817-648-3000.