Plano, TX
Plano Property Tax Protest: Deadline and How to File
Plano is appraised by the Collin Central Appraisal District. In Texas this is called a protest, not an appeal, and it is heard by the Appraisal Review Board.
Filing Deadline
May 15
Files With
Collin County Appraisal Review Board
Assessed By
Collin County
Assessor records: collincad.org
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How to Protest Your Property Taxes in Plano
1. Check your notice
Find the assessed value and the protest deadline printed on your notice. The date on your notice overrides any general date.
2. Gather comparables
Pull 3 to 5 properties near you in Plano assessed lower per square foot than yours. Assessor records are public.
3. File your protest
Submit to Collin County Appraisal Review Board by May 15, with your evidence attached to the letter.
Plano Property Tax Protest Questions
What is the deadline to protest property taxes in Plano?
May 15. Deadlines shift year to year and some are tied to the date your notice was mailed, so always confirm against the date printed on your assessment notice.
Who handles a property tax protest in Plano?
Collin County Appraisal Review Board. Plano is appraised by the Collin Central Appraisal District. In Texas this is called a protest, not an appeal, and it is heard by the Appraisal Review Board.
Do I need a lawyer to protest my Plano property taxes?
No. Property owners can file on their own behalf in every US jurisdiction. Most protest hearings run 10 to 15 minutes and many are settled informally before the formal hearing date.
What evidence works best in a Plano protest?
Comparable properties near you assessed lower per square foot than yours, ideally 3 to 5 of them. Recent sale prices below your assessed value and documented condition problems also carry weight.
Other cities in Texas
Deadlines and procedures change. Always verify with Collin County Appraisal Review Board before filing. This is not legal advice.