Collin County homeowners:
protest your property taxes
CCAD assessed 388,276residential properties across Plano, Frisco, McKinney, and surrounding cities. If you don't protest, you're accepting their number. 67% of homeowners who file get a reduction.
Why protest in Collin County?
Collin County is one of the fastest-growing in the U.S.
Plano, Frisco, McKinney, Allen, and surrounding cities have seen explosive growth. CCAD has been raising values aggressively, and many homes are assessed above what comparable sales actually support.
New construction skews values
With so much new construction in Collin County, CCAD may compare your older home to brand-new builds. A proper comparable analysis using homes of similar age and condition often reveals significant over-assessment.
No downside risk
Your appraised value cannot increase as a result of protesting. The worst outcome is your value stays the same. There is zero risk.
Savings compound every year
A lower appraised value this year carries forward. One successful protest can save you thousands over the next several years due to the 10% homestead cap.
How to protest your Collin County property taxes
Search your address
We pull your property record from official CCAD data instantly. See your current appraisal and how it compares to similar homes in Plano, Frisco, McKinney, and beyond.
Get your evidence report
Professional comparable analysis with per-square-foot breakdowns. The same type of evidence tax consultants use, but you keep 100% of your savings.
File with CCAD eFile
Submit your protest through Collin CAD's Online eFile system. Upload your evidence report and you're done. Takes about 10 minutes total.
Collin County protest FAQ
When is the Collin County protest deadline?
May 15, 2026, or 30 days after your Notice of Appraised Value was mailed by CCAD, whichever is later. If you miss it, you accept CCAD's appraised value for the entire year.
How do I file a protest with CCAD?
The fastest way is through Collin CAD's Online eFile system at collincad.org. You can also file in person or by mail. Our report includes step-by-step instructions.
How much do Collin County homeowners save?
Homeowners who protest in Collin County typically save $500 to $5,000+ per year depending on property value. With Collin County's higher home values in cities like Frisco and Plano, savings can be even larger.
What evidence do I need for my CCAD protest?
Comparable sales are the strongest evidence. Our report provides recent sales of similar homes near you with per-square-foot analysis, exactly what the ARB looks at when making their decision.
Can my value go up if I protest?
No. Your appraised value cannot increase as a result of filing a protest. The worst case is it stays the same. There is zero risk to filing.
Every day you wait is a day closer to the deadline.
Search your Plano, Frisco, or McKinney address. See how your CCAD appraisal compares to similar homes. It takes 10 seconds and it's free.
This is not legal or tax advice. Estimated savings are based on publicly available appraisal data from Collin Central Appraisal District (CCAD) and may not reflect physical condition or features not captured in public records. Final property values are determined by CCAD and/or the Appraisal Review Board. IndexAppeal is not affiliated with CCAD, the Texas Comptroller, or any government agency.