Dallas County Property Tax Protest 2026 (DCAD)
How to protest your property assessment in Dallas County (Dallas), TX, filed with DCAD. Everything below is pulled from Dallas Central Appraisal District (DCAD). Always confirm the current details with the county before filing — this is general information, not legal advice.
May 15, or 30 days after your Notice of Appraised Value was delivered — whichever is later
$300,000
~1.9% effective rate
Form 50-132, Notice of Protest
Dallas County property tax protest deadline 2026
The 2026 deadline to protest your Dallas County property assessment is May 15, or 30 days after your Notice of Appraised Value was delivered — whichever is later. File your Form 50-132, Notice of Protest with Dallas Central Appraisal District (DCAD) (DCAD) on or before that date — miss it and you generally wait until next year. File as early in the window as possible to secure a hearing slot.
Who assesses & hears your appeal
Dallas Central Appraisal District (DCAD)
Appeals are heard by the Dallas County Appraisal Review Board (ARB).
How to file in Dallas County
Online via the DCAD uFile portal
www.dallascad.orgMail Form 50-132 to DCAD
2949 N Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX 75247
Dallas CAD accepts online protests through its uFile system; file early in the window to secure a hearing slot.
Dallas County property tax appeal FAQ
When is the Dallas County protest deadline?
May 15, or 30 days after your Notice of Appraised Value was delivered, whichever is later.
How do I protest my Dallas County appraisal?
File Form 50-132 with Dallas Central Appraisal District, online via uFile or by mail, then present comparable-sales evidence at your ARB hearing.
Deadlines, forms, and contact details change — always confirm with Dallas Central Appraisal District (DCAD) before filing. This is general information, not legal advice.
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