+1 Texas City Looking to Add Freeport Tax Exemption

Athens is considering adding a freeport tax exemption.

What is a freeport tax exemption? An inventory-based property-tax exemption on inventory that is in Texas for a period of 175 days or less, and which will be taken outside of Texas

Is it common? 21% of Texas cities offer it

Is it complicated?  Municipal utility districts also must =grant the exemption, if a businesses apply

How often must businesses apply? Every year

Athens Daily Review | Athens city officials consider offering freeport tax exemption