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 Agricultural and Wildlife Tax Valuations
Medium and large landowners in Texas frequently have the open space, or agricultural tax valuation. For over a decade, since Texans amended the State Constitution, we've been able to switch to the Wildlife Management tax valuation. We are taxed at the same rate, but the emphasis is on wildlife management, and less so on livestock. You can still have livestock on your property, or remove it all together and manage exclusively for wildlife. Land under wildlife management typically sees an abundance of wildlife, has greater biodiversity, and brings increased resale value. For developers, switching newly acquired land to wildlife delays rollback taxes, reduces liability, and is a less expensive alternative to maintaining livestock or leases.
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• Landowners with an Ag valuation are eligible to switch to Wildlife |
• Wildlife Management a great solution for non-resident landowners |
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• Preservation Texas is easy to work with, offering affordable solutions |
• Property under Wildlife Management typically increases in value |
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• Preservation Texas provides complete line of management services |
• Smart and rewarding decision for many landowners | |
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Wildlife Management Tax Valuation Since 1998, landowners with an agricultural exemption on their land have had the option to manage their property for wildlife, and keep the same low tax valuation. Over the last decade, several thousand landowners have chosen wildlife management. This option is very practical for non-resident landowners, first generation landowners, and long time Texans who may not desire to raise cattle or other livestock.
With a wildlife management tax valuation on your land, Texas Parks & Wildlife expects you to develop a plan to provide better opportunities for native Texas wildlife. Preservation Texas works with landowners to develop and implement your wildlife management plan. We manage the process, file all required forms with the County Appraisal District, and provide products and services to meet fulfill your plan.
Managing for wildlife can be very rewarding, both financially and personally. From the financial perspective, you will enjoy the same low tax valuation as traditional ag, and you will increase the value of your property. Good stewardship promotes increased biodiversity and healthier land contributing to higher resale values. From the personal side, wildlife management allows you to attract a greater variety of wildlife to property, including turkey, songbirds, foxes, and other wildlife.
When you engage Preservation Texas, you can expect:
- A professional wildlife biologist will work with you to design a plan
- A customized plan designed to meet your objectives
- Professional products and services to implement your plan
- Periodic visits to help you learn more about your land and ways to increase value
- Flexible, low cost billing and payment options
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