Crockett County Appraisal District CAD Tax Info

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Crockett CAD property search • Ozona appraisal guide 2026

Crockett County Appraisal District property search, exemptions, protest and tax office guide

If you own a home, ranch, rural tract, oil and gas interest, utility-related property, commercial building, mobile home or business personal property in Crockett County, the Crockett County Appraisal District record is the first place to verify your property ID, market value, exemption status, land details and protest options. This guide explains how to search the official CAD system, when to use the interactive map, what evidence helps in a protest, where to find forms, and when the Crockett County Tax Assessor-Collector is the correct office for bills and payments.

Official appraisal district Crockett County Appraisal District, commonly searched as Crockett CAD Main office 905 Avenue D, Ozona, TX 76943 Best first step Open the official property search, save the property ID, review values and exemptions, then use official forms, map or protest tools when needed.
🏛️ Official Crockett CAD 🔎 Property Search 📄 Forms & Exemptions ☎️ Call 325-392-8258
Important: Crockett CAD is not the property tax payment office Crockett County Appraisal District determines market value, administers exemptions and special valuations, maintains appraisal records, and handles appraisal-related protests. Crockett County Tax Assessor-Collector handles tax bills, payment questions, receipts and collection.
Manual verification note This guide uses official Crockett CAD pages for property search, contact information, forms, online protest, interactive map, property appraisal duties and office hours. It also uses official Crockett County Tax Assessor-Collector resources for payment and tax-office details.
Official name
Crockett County Appraisal District
Common search name
Crockett CAD property search
Main phone
325-392-8258
Office address
905 Avenue D, Ozona, TX 76943
Mailing address
P.O. Box 1569, Ozona, TX 76943
Use Crockett CAD for
Values, exemptions, special valuations, maps, forms, property records and protests

Quick navigation for Crockett County property owners

Search steps Visual guide CAD contact Record fields Map tools Exemptions Rural land Protest Tax office Forms Videos FAQs

Crockett CAD property search visual guide

The image below helps you recognise the official Crockett CAD property search layout before entering owner, property ID or address details. Use it as a process guide only. Always open the live official Crockett CAD search page for current tax-year values, property data, exemptions and protest status.

Crockett County Appraisal District property search screen showing owner address property ID and advanced search options
Crockett CAD property search screen showing the main lookup choices and search field. Use the live official portal for current appraisal records, property IDs, values and exemption checks.
Use this visual guide for
  • Finding the right search field faster
  • Understanding owner, property ID and address lookup
  • Helping mobile users avoid wrong-entry mistakes
  • Preparing property details before calling Crockett CAD
Do not use image for
  • Final current market value
  • Exact protest deadline
  • Live tax balance
  • Current exemption approval status

Crockett County Appraisal District contact details

Use Crockett CAD for questions about market value, property details, exemptions, special valuations, maps, ownership or mailing records, business personal property, mineral/utility appraisal routing and appraisal protests.

Contact item Official detail How to use it
Office name Crockett County Appraisal District Use for appraisal value, property search, exemptions, special valuations and protests.
Chief Appraiser Janet M. Thompson Listed by the official CAD contact page for chief appraiser contact routing.
Phone 325-392-8258 Call with property ID, owner name, address, legal description and tax year ready.
Fax 325-392-2906 Use only after confirming fax is accepted for your document or evidence.
Email janet.thompson@co.crockett.tx.us Useful for non-urgent written questions or follow-up after phone confirmation.
Physical address 905 Avenue D, Ozona, TX 76943 Use for office visits, map directions or hand delivery when allowed.
Mailing address P.O. Box 1569, Ozona, TX 76943 Use for mailed forms or correspondence after checking form instructions.
Hours Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–12:00 PM, 1:00 PM–5:00 PM; Friday 8:30 AM–12:00 PM, 1:00 PM–4:00 PM Plan around the lunch closure and shorter Friday hours. The office may close at noon before holidays.
Before calling Crockett CAD Write down the property ID, owner name, property address or legal description, tax year and exact issue. For rural, mineral or utility property, also keep the property type and any prior account documents ready.

What you can verify on a Crockett CAD property record

A Crockett CAD record is useful for much more than a quick value lookup. It can help homeowners, ranch owners, mineral owners, business owners, agents and heirs understand what the appraisal district currently has on file.

Record item What it means What to check carefully
Property ID Unique Crockett CAD account identifier Use it on forms, phone calls, protests, map lookup and tax office questions.
Owner name Owner currently shown in appraisal records Recent deed changes, estates, trusts, businesses or mineral interests may need document review.
Property address Physical or situs address when available Rural tracts, minerals and utility property may rely more on legal description than street address.
Legal description Abstract, survey, tract, lot, block or other legal identity Very important for ranch land, mineral property, inherited land, split tracts and deed matching.
Market value CAD’s opinion of taxable property market value for the selected year Compare against similar sales, land use, condition, production type, property class and improvements.
Land acres Acreage data used for appraisal review Check against deed, survey, legal description, ag/open-space records and any split-tract history.
Property type Real estate, mineral, personal property, utility or other category Choose the correct property type in advanced search and protest review.
Exemptions or special valuations Homestead, over-65, disability, veteran, ag/open-space or other valuation treatment Missing exemptions or special valuation issues should be corrected early.

How to use the Crockett CAD interactive map

The official Crockett CAD website links an interactive map. It can help when an address is unclear, when a property is rural, when parcel location matters, or when you are matching a legal description to a map area.

Open the official interactive map. Use the Crockett CAD interactive map from the official CAD site.
Search by the best identifier you have. Property ID is usually best. If you do not have it, use owner name, address, legal description or map navigation.
Match the map with the property record. Do not rely on the map alone. Compare owner name, property ID, legal description, acreage and tax year from the official property search record.
Do not treat appraisal maps as legal surveys. Maps are helpful for orientation. For legal boundary, acreage or deed issues, confirm with official records and qualified professionals where needed.
Ranch and rural-land tip For ranch property, split tracts, mineral accounts or inherited land, use the interactive map only as one piece of the review. The legal description, acreage, property ID and appraisal record should all match before you file a protest or form.

Crockett CAD homestead, over-65, disability and veteran exemption help

Before filing a protest, check whether your exemptions or special valuations are correct. A missing homestead, over-65, disability, disabled veteran or agricultural/open-space treatment can affect taxable value more than a small market-value adjustment.

Search your Crockett CAD property record first. Open the official property search and confirm the right property ID, owner, address or legal description.
Check whether the expected exemption appears. Look for homestead, over-65, disability, disabled veteran, ag/open-space or other applicable exemption or valuation indicators.
Use the official Crockett CAD forms page. Open Crockett CAD Forms for exemption, protest, rendition and special-use documents.
Attach required proof. Homestead and special exemption applications often require identity, ownership or eligibility documentation. Follow the exact official form instructions.
Keep proof of submission. Save copies, screenshots, certified mail receipts, stamped copies, or email confirmations. This matters if the exemption does not show later.
New buyer tip If you recently bought a home or ranch property in Ozona or elsewhere in Crockett County, do not assume the previous owner’s exemption or special valuation automatically continues for you. Search the record and confirm what you must file in your own name.

Ranch, mineral, utility and open-space appraisal in Crockett County

Crockett County has many property types that need careful review, including ranch land, rural acreage, minerals, oil and gas, utility accounts, pipelines and business personal property. The official CAD site notes that mineral, utility and industrial accounts are appraised for the district by Pritchard & Abbott, while real estate and personal property are appraised locally.

Useful for
  • Ranch and rural land
  • Open-space or agricultural appraisal
  • Mineral, oil and gas interests
  • Utility, pipeline or industrial property
  • Business personal property
Prepare before filing
  • Property ID and legal description
  • Acreage and land-use history
  • Production, lease or mineral documents if relevant
  • Maps, photos or management records
  • Prior-year appraisal details
Mistakes to avoid
  • Assuming ag/open-space value transfers automatically
  • Confusing mineral accounts with surface accounts
  • Ignoring Pritchard & Abbott routing for some property types
  • Calling the tax office for appraisal qualification questions
  • Missing protest or rendition deadlines
Local landowner tip If the property is rural, recently purchased, inherited, leased, split, mineral-related or utility-related, call Crockett CAD before filing. Ask whether the property type, legal description, acres and special valuation match the district’s current record.

How to prepare a Crockett CAD appraisal protest

A strong protest is based on facts and documents. Crockett CAD determines market value and administers exemptions and special valuations. The tax office handles payment and collection. Your protest should explain why the value, property type, land classification, exemption status or property details are wrong.

Read your Notice of Appraised Value carefully. Write down the property ID, tax year, proposed value, protest deadline, property type and any online protest instructions.
Use the official protest route. Use Crockett CAD Online Protest if available for your account, or download the correct Notice of Protest form from the official forms page.
Choose the protest reason that matches your proof. Common issues include market value too high, unequal appraisal, wrong acreage, wrong property type, missing exemption, incorrect improvements, ag/open-space issue, mineral or business property error.
Collect evidence before the hearing. Use comparable sales, photos, repair estimates, maps, deed/legal description evidence, ag-use records, mineral/lease documents, business asset records or proof of incorrect property details.
Explain the requested correction clearly. State whether you are asking for lower market value, corrected property details, exemption correction, special valuation review or another specific change.
Simple protest wording “I am protesting the appraised value because the record does not reflect property condition, acreage, property type and comparable property information. My requested value is $____. I have attached documents showing why the current record should be corrected.”

Evidence checklist for Crockett County appraisal review

The best protest evidence is specific, dated and connected to your property. A general complaint about taxes is weaker than a clear value or record-correction argument supported by documents.

Strong evidence
  • Recent comparable sales
  • Photos of condition, damage or needed repairs
  • Repair estimates or contractor invoices
  • Closing statement or recent purchase price
  • Independent appraisal or market analysis
Ranch/mineral evidence
  • Land-use records
  • Lease, grazing or production documents
  • Maps and acreage records
  • Legal description or deed proof
  • Mineral, utility or industrial account documentation
Weak evidence
  • Only saying taxes are high
  • Unlabeled screenshots
  • Old sales from another market period
  • Comps from a different property type
  • Photos without date or explanation

Crockett CAD vs Crockett County Tax Assessor-Collector

This distinction matters. Crockett CAD handles appraisal values, exemptions and property records. The Crockett County Tax Assessor-Collector handles property tax bills, payment status and collection questions.

Your need Correct office What to do
Search appraised value Crockett CAD Use the official Crockett CAD property search page.
Apply for homestead or special valuation Crockett CAD Use official CAD forms and confirm required documents.
File appraisal protest Crockett CAD / ARB process Use online protest or official Notice of Protest form before the deadline.
Pay property tax bill Crockett County Tax Assessor-Collector Use the Crockett County Tax Office website or payment option.
Tax bill, receipt or payment question Tax Assessor-Collector Call the tax office with your property/account information.
Crockett County Tax Assessor-Collector
Michelle M. Medley

Mailing Address: P.O. Drawer H, Ozona, TX 76943

Courthouse Address: 909 Avenue D, Ozona, TX 76943

Phone: 325-392-2674

Fax: 325-392-2906

Open official Crockett County Tax Assessor-Collector page

Open Crockett County Tax Office website

Official Crockett CAD forms, reports and online protest tools

The official Crockett CAD website links forms, online protest, interactive map, records/data/reports and useful resources. Use official pages only when filing a time-sensitive exemption, special valuation, rendition or protest document.

Homeowners
  • Residence homestead exemption
  • Over-65 exemption
  • Disabled person exemption
  • Disabled veteran or survivor exemption
  • Tax deferral forms where applicable
Ranch and land owners
  • Agricultural/open-space application
  • Wildlife management documents where applicable
  • Land-use and acreage evidence
  • Special valuation review documents
  • Rollback-tax questions before land-use changes
Business/protest users
  • Notice of Protest
  • Online protest access
  • Business personal property rendition
  • Evidence packet
  • Records/data/reports review
📄 CAD Forms ⚖️ Online Protest 🗺️ Interactive Map 🔗 Useful Links

Practical local tips for Crockett County property owners

These tips are designed for real property owners in Crockett County who need to save time and avoid common appraisal-district and tax-office mistakes.

For homeowners
  • Check exemption status every year after purchase, marriage, death or mailing-address change.
  • Save your property ID from the Crockett CAD search page.
  • Take dated photos of damage before repairs.
  • Keep proof of exemption and protest submissions.
For ranch and mineral owners
  • Review acres, legal description and property type carefully.
  • Ask CAD before assuming ag/open-space status continues after purchase.
  • Keep lease, grazing, production, mineral or utility documents organised.
  • Know whether your account is appraised locally or by Pritchard & Abbott.
For buyers and agents
  • Do not rely only on last year’s tax bill.
  • Check CAD value and tax office records separately.
  • Compare listing acreage and structures with CAD data.
  • Warn buyers that exemptions and special valuations may change after closing.

Official property tax protest video resources

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Official video resources for ARB preparation How to Present Your Case at Appraisal Review Board Hearing for Homeowners
How to Present Your Case at Appraisal Review Board Hearing for Small Businesses
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Crockett County Appraisal District office map

Use this map for visiting Crockett CAD in Ozona. If you are bringing a protest, exemption, ag/open-space application, rendition or evidence packet, confirm the accepted filing method before travelling.

Official resources used for this Crockett CAD guide

Use these official pages for final confirmation before searching, filing, protesting, paying, mailing documents or visiting.

Crockett County Appraisal District official website Official Crockett CAD property search Official Crockett CAD contact page Official Crockett CAD interactive map Official Crockett CAD forms page Official Crockett CAD online protest page Official Crockett CAD useful links Official Crockett CAD appraisal district/property appraisal information Crockett County Tax Office website Crockett County Tax Assessor-Collector official county page Texas Comptroller property tax resources

Crockett County Appraisal District FAQs

What is the official Crockett County Appraisal District website?

The official Crockett County Appraisal District website is crockettcad.org. Use it for property search, contact details, forms, interactive map, online protest, appraisal information and official CAD resources.

How do I search Crockett CAD property records online?

Use the official Crockett CAD property search page. You can search using owner name, property ID, owner ID, address or advanced criteria depending on the information you already have.

What is the Crockett CAD phone number?

The official Crockett County Appraisal District phone number is 325-392-8258. Call during office hours with your property ID, owner name, legal description, address and tax year ready.

Where is Crockett County Appraisal District located?

Crockett CAD is located at 905 Avenue D, Ozona, TX 76943. The mailing address is P.O. Box 1569, Ozona, TX 76943.

What are Crockett CAD office hours?

Crockett CAD lists hours as Monday through Thursday 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, and Friday 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. The office may close at noon before a holiday.

Does Crockett CAD collect property tax payments?

No. Crockett CAD handles appraisal value, property records, exemptions and protest matters. Crockett County Tax Assessor-Collector handles property tax bills, payments and receipts.

How do I apply for a Crockett County homestead exemption?

Search your Crockett CAD property record first, then use the official Crockett CAD forms page for the residence homestead exemption form. Follow the form instructions and attach required identity or eligibility documents.

How do I protest my Crockett CAD appraised value?

Read your Notice of Appraised Value, note the deadline, and use Crockett CAD’s online protest option if available or the official Notice of Protest form. Submit clear property-specific evidence before the deadline.

What evidence helps in a Crockett County appraisal protest?

Helpful evidence includes comparable sales, property-condition photos, repair estimates, wrong acreage or square footage proof, land-use records, ag/open-space evidence, mineral or utility account records, business personal property records, or documents showing a CAD record error.

Who handles Crockett County property tax bills and payments?

Crockett County Tax Assessor-Collector handles property tax bills and payments. The official county page lists Michelle M. Medley as Tax Assessor-Collector, with phone number 325-392-2674 and courthouse location at 909 Avenue D, Ozona, TX 76943.

Independent guide disclaimer AppraisalDistrict.org is an independent information guide and is not Crockett County Appraisal District, Crockett County Tax Assessor-Collector, the Texas Comptroller, or any government agency. Always verify current values, forms, deadlines, exemptions, tax bills and payment details directly with official sources.

Last editorial check: June 2026. Official details can change without notice; verify your exact property account, exemption status, protest deadline, evidence instructions and tax payment status directly with Crockett CAD or the Crockett County Tax Assessor-Collector before taking action.

Free Appraisal District Property Tax Helper

Search Smarter, Estimate Taxes, Check Exemptions and Prepare for a Protest

Use this free tool before you visit a county appraisal district, property search portal, tax office, or exemption page. It helps you understand property value, taxable value, possible savings, protest value, and the next official step.

Start Property Helper
8 toolsSearch helper, tax estimate, exemption savings, protest prep and more.
For all countiesWorks as a sitewide tool on every appraisal district article.
No loginNo name, email, property ID or private information required.
Mobile-firstBuilt for visitors checking property records from a phone.

What do you need help with today?

Choose your main reason for visiting. The tool will show the best next step and quick estimate.

Homeowners

Use this tool to check your appraisal notice, exemption savings, protest value, and official next step.

Buyers and investors

Use the tax calculator before trusting only the sale price or mortgage estimate.

Property Search Helper

Use this when a county property search portal is confusing. It shows which search method is usually best.

Property Tax Estimate Calculator

Estimate annual property tax using appraised value, assessment ratio, exemptions, and combined tax rate.

Homestead and Exemption Savings

Estimate how much a homestead, senior, disability, veteran, or local exemption may reduce tax.

Appraisal Notice Review

Compare last year value with this year value and see whether the increase deserves closer review.

Property Tax Protest Savings

Estimate possible savings if your appraised value is reduced after protest, correction, evidence review, or appraisal review board hearing.

Property Tax Protest and Exemption Checklist

Use this checklist before you file a protest, apply for exemption, or call the appraisal district.

Useful tip

Before calling, write your property ID, owner name, property address, and question on paper. It saves time.

Common mistake

Do not call the CAD to pay tax bills unless the local article says they collect taxes. In many counties, the tax office collects payment.

Official Resource Finder

Enter county and state to create safe searches for official CAD pages, property search, tax payment, exemptions, maps, forms, and protest help.

CAD vs Tax Office

  • Appraisal District: value, exemptions, ownership records, maps, protest.
  • Tax Office: tax bill, payment, receipt, delinquent balance, penalty.

Best place to use this

Add this tool after the first major content section or before the FAQ area. It gives visitors a reason to interact before leaving the page.

Important estimate note

This tool gives educational estimates only. Final values, exemptions, tax rates, bills, payments, and deadlines must be confirmed with official county sources.

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