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|Data last verified: March 2026Caldwell County Ag Exemption Requirements
Property tax exemption requirements and resources for Caldwell County, Texas. Below you'll find the specific rules for each exemption type, minimum acreage, and your local appraisal district contact information.
Appraisal District
Caldwell County Appraisal District
211 Bufkin Ln, Lockhart, TX 78644
Available exemptions
Agricultural
Livestock, crops, hay, and general farming operations.
Requirements
- Minimum 10 acres
- Apply by April 30
Qualifying uses
Standard agricultural operations typically require 10+ acres. Row crops may require 20+ acres. Orchards and vineyards may qualify with 5 acres. Ag Qualifications Packet available on Caldwell CAD website.
Wildlife Management
Native habitat management on land with existing ag valuation.
Requirements
- Minimum 10 acres
- Requires existing ag valuation
- 3 management practices required
Must have had ag valuation for at least 5 of the previous 7 years before converting to wildlife.
Beekeeping
Honey bee operations as a qualifying agricultural use.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 acres
- Minimum 6 hives
6 colonies minimum on 5 acres. 1 additional hive per 2.5 additional acres. Maximum 20 acres.
Timber
Managed timber production on qualifying acreage.
Fringe of Lost Pines region. Limited timber production; contact your appraisal district for eligibility.
Learn more about each exemption
How to apply
To apply for a property tax exemption in Caldwell County, contact the Caldwell County Appraisal District directly. The standard application deadline is April 30 of each year, though late applications may be accepted until the appraisal review board approves the appraisal records.
The primary application form is Form 1-D-1 (Application for 1-d-1 Agricultural Use Appraisal), available from the Caldwell County Appraisal District website or the Texas Comptroller's office.
If your application is denied or your exemption is removed, you may face a rollback tax - the difference between what you paid under the special valuation and what you would have paid at market value, plus 7% interest per year, for the previous 5 years.
Estimated savings in Caldwell County
Average tax rate: 1.25% - Market value: $29,808/ac - Ag value: $75/ac
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