HCAD Protest 2026: iFile, May 15 & Form 50-132

HCAD protest 2026: file via iFile at hcad.org by May 15 or 30 days after your notice. Form 50-132, informal review, and Harris County ARB packet tips.

FAQ

When is the Harris County / HCAD protest deadline for 2026?

May 15, 2026 (or the next business day if it falls on a weekend or holiday), or 30 days after HCAD mails your Notice of Appraised Value, whichever is later. Confirm the date on your notice and at hcad.org.

How do I file an HCAD protest online with iFile?

Sign in to HCAD’s Electronic Filing and Notice System (iFile) at hcad.org, submit Form 50-132 (Notice of Protest), save the confirmation PDF, and watch for informal hearing and evidence-upload dates. Your iFile number appears on the notice.

Can I file a Harris County protest by mail instead of iFile?

Yes. HCAD accepts Form 50-132 by USPS postmark by the deadline or in person at 13013 Northwest Freeway during office hours (8 a.m.–5 p.m.). Keep proof of filing. Creating an iFile login alone is not a filed protest.

Does Protestly file my HCAD protest for me?

No. Protestly generates a $29.99 comparable sales evidence packet you can upload through iFile or bring to informal review or the Harris County ARB. Protestly does not file Form 50-132 or appear at hearings.