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Disabled-Veteran Exemptions Follow Two Different Paths

Harris County Money & Taxes

Texas has two different breaks. Form 11.22 cuts $5,000 to $12,000 from the value of one property. The amount depends on the veteran's service-related VA rating and a few other facts. The chosen property does not have to be the veteran's home, but only one property can get this break.

Form 11.13 can remove all tax from a qualifying home. The veteran must own and live in the home. The VA must pay benefits at the 100% rate for a service-related disability. It must also rate the veteran as 100% disabled or unable to work.

Neither break is automatic. File with HCAD and attach current VA papers. Spouses and children have their own survivor rules, so do not assume the same break carries over.

Content last revised 2026-07-11

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