Waller County
Property Tax Guide
Waller County Appraisal District (WCAD)
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Always verify this link is current at your CAD's official website before filing.
Important: Verify deadlines with Waller CAD at wallercad.org or 979-921-0060. This is educational content only — not legal, tax, or appraisal advice.
Typical Protest Deadline
May 15 or 30 days after the Notice of Appraised Value is mailed, whichever is later.
This is the general rule. Always confirm the exact deadline directly with Waller County Appraisal District (WCAD).
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General Filing Steps
- 1
Receive your Notice of Appraised Value (typically mailed April–May).
- 2
Review the assessed value on the WCAD website and compare to your opinion of market value.
- 3
File a protest online at wallercad.org, by mail, or in person at the CAD office before the deadline.
- 4
Gather comparable sales data and any evidence of property condition issues.
- 5
Attend your informal hearing with a CAD appraiser.
- 6
If unresolved, request a formal ARB (Appraisal Review Board) hearing.
- 7
Accept the final value or pursue binding arbitration / district court appeal.
Commonly Required Documents
- Notice of Appraised Value (or your CAD property account number)
- Recent comparable sales (within 0.5–1 mile, similar size/age/condition)
- Photos documenting any property condition issues
- Recent appraisal or licensed inspection report (if available)
- Repair estimates for documented damage
Evidence Tips for Waller County
- Waller County is growing rapidly — use recent comps (past 6 months) for accuracy.
- Prairie View and Hempstead have distinct sub-markets.
- Agricultural land classifications require separate analysis.
- Check CAD records for correct improvement data on newer construction.
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