Texas Senior Property Tax Deferral Program
Texas Comptroller / Rockwall County
About This Program
Texas homeowners 65 or older (or disabled) can defer paying property taxes on their homestead. No payments are due as long as you own and live in the home. Deferred taxes plus 8% annual interest become due when you sell or pass away.
Annual tax deferral estimate based on median Heath home value
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Heath, TX, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
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- FEMA Increased Cost of Compliance (ICC) Coverage Up to $30,000
- HUD Lead Hazard Control & Healthy Homes Varies by jurisdiction, typically $5,000-$15,000 per unit
- EPA / WIIN Act Lead Service Line Replacement Varies, full line replacement cost covered in many programs
Key Details
- Defer all property taxes if 65+ or disabled
- No income requirement
- Deferred taxes accrue 8% annual interest
- Due when home is sold or owner passes away
- File affidavit with Rockwall County Appraisal District
How to Apply
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: File before property taxes are delinquent
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