The deadline for most property owners to appeal their value is May 15th. Property owners should know the following:
- Value appeals are considered timely if they are postmarked by midnight May 15, 2023, and should be mailed to Bexar Appraisal District, P.O. Box 830248, San Antonio, TX 78283.
- Owners are encouraged to file their appeal using the ‘Online Services’ link on the agency’s website, www.bcad.org, or directly at www.bcadonline.org. Videos explaining the online process are available on the district’s website.
- Dropping off a protest form in person is discouraged due to long wait times and heavy traffic; however, if necessary, owners may use the drop box located outside of the office during business hours. Owners are asked to make personal copies in advance of dropping off their forms.
To expedite the appeals process, informal meetings will continue to be held remotely or over the phone. “What started as a matter of public safety has become a matter of convenience for the property owner. With our self-scheduling system, the property owner can choose a date and time that works with their schedule. Also, by conducting informal hearings remotely, property owners no longer have to take time off of work, deal with downtown street construction, or search for parking.,” said Michael Amezquita, Chief Appraiser. “These changes allowed us to settle over 90% of residential appeals informally last year effectively and efficiently.”
The Bexar Appraisal District appraises over 750,000 properties annually and administers exemptions for property tax purposes within Bexar County. For questions regarding deadlines or other matters affecting property tax appraisal, please contact the district at (210) 224-2432 or visit the district’s website at www.bcad.org.
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