If the proposed tax rate increase is approved, the average Harris County homeowner with a $379,030 home and a homestead exemption would see a $60 increase per year in annual taxes, according to the county.
HCFCD officials are proposing to increase the district's property tax rate from $0.03105 in FY 2023-24 to $0.04897 in FY 2024-25.
The HCFCD held a series of in-person and virtual open houses throughout September and October to inform residents about the proposed tax rate increase.This article will be updated as more Election Day vote totals are released. All results are unofficial until canvassed.
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