Temporary Disaster Exemption Information For August 11, 2023

On August 11, 2023, Governor Abbott declared a proclamation certifying a state of disaster for 190 counties, including Guadalupe County, due to the existence and potential for wildfires that began on July 24, 2023. Guadalupe County property owners impacted by the fires may be eligible for a temporary disaster exemption for the current 2023 appraisal year. Below are links to PowerPoint Presentations covering the temporary disaster exemption along with links to the application and tax code:

Temporary Disaster Exemption (Form 50-312)

Texas Property Tax Code, Section 11.35

You can find more information on statutory relief for property owners in disaster areas on the State Comptroller’s Property Taxes in Disaster Areas and During Droughts webpage.

If you have any questions regarding the Temporary Disaster Exemption, please feel free to contact our office during normal business hours or email jzavala@guadalupead.org