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UNDERSTANDING TEXAS AGRICULTURAL EXEMPTIONS FOR COMMERCIAL LAND
December 8, 2022 at 9:30 AM
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Commercial property exemptions for Texas property taxes are an important aspect of the state's tax system, providing relief for landowners who use their property for commercial purposes. These exemptions help to support the state's economy and ensure that businesses are able to continue operating without being unduly burdened by property taxes.

There are many exemption and abatement types in the state of Texas. For agricultural purposes, categories include cultivating the soil, producing crops, timberland, raising or keeping livestock, poultry, fish, planting cover crops, or even leaving the land idle for livestock rotation. Some of the lesser-known but favorable agricultural exemptions in urban areas require the creation of wildlife habitats for native animals and plant species.

In addition to supporting businesses, commercial property exemptions also have a number of other benefits for the state. For example, they can help to preserve valuable commercial real estate and prevent the conversion of these properties to other uses, such as residential or commercial development. This helps to maintain the state's economic vitality and ensure that it remains a great place to live and work.

Overall, commercial property exemptions for Texas property taxes are an important tool for supporting the state's economy and providing relief to businesses. These exemptions help to reduce the financial burden on landowners and support the state's economy, while also promoting the preservation of valuable commercial real estate and maintaining the state's thriving economy.

Are you interested in knowing if you qualify for agricultural or other exemptions for your property? Ask how we helped a major Ft. Worth-based manufacturer focused on sustainability reduce its property tax liability while they simultaneously and continually make contributions to wildlife preservation. Let’s start with a casual conversation and see if you may be next.

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