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Harris County property tax protest

Harris County is the active launch county. ProtestReadyTX uses a Harris Central Appraisal District (HCAD)-backed workflow for appraisal estimates and DIY packet preparation.

Filing options

Deadline: File the Notice of Protest by May 15, or within 30 days of the appraisal notice date (whichever is later).

Online filing option

Harris Central Appraisal District (HCAD) Owners Portal / iFile

iSettle is Harris Central Appraisal District's online option that may let you review and accept or decline a settlement offer during the protest process.

Mail filing option

Harris Central Appraisal District

Information & Assistance Division

P.O. Box 922004

Houston, TX 77292-2004

In-person / drop-off option

13013 Northwest Freeway

Houston, TX 77040-6305

Office hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday

What to expect

By using ProtestReadyTX Appraisal Tool you should expect:

  • Appraisal estimate using persisted Harris comparable properties.
  • Option to include homeowner condition evidence with photo uploads and notes.
  • DIY protest packet with filing checklist and Form 50-132 summary data.
  • $59 flat-fee packet after the free estimate step.
  • No automated county filing.

Need help?

Contact support

Questions about your DIY packet, billing, or report status? Email support