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P r o p e r t y T a x

A p p l i c a t i o n f o r R e l i g i o u s O r g a n i z a t i o n P r o p e r t y T a x E x e m p t i o n

Form 50-117

STEP 3: Answer These Questions About the Organization

1. Is the organization organized and operated primarily for the purpose of engaging in religious

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worship or promoting the spiritual development or well-being of individuals? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Yes

2. Does the organization operate in such a manner that does not result in the accrual of distributable profits,

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the distribution of profits or the realization of any other form of private gain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Yes

3. Does the organization use its assets in performing its religious functions or the religious

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functions of another religious organization? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Yes

4. Does the organization’s charter, by laws, or other regulation adopted by the organization direct that on the

discontinuance of the organization, the organization’s assets are to be transferred to the State of Texas, the

United States or to an educational, religious, charitable or other similar organization that is qualified for exemption

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under Section 501(c)(3), Internal Revenue Code, as amended? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Yes

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If “YES,” give the page and paragraph numbers.

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Please attach a copy of the charter, bylaws or other documents adopted by the organization which govern its affairs.

STEP 4: Describe the Property for Which You are Seeking an Exemption

PROPERTY TO BE EXEMPT:

• Attach one Schedule AR (REAL PROPERTY) form for EACH parcel of real property to be exempt.

• Attach one Schedule BR (PERSONAL PROPERTY) form listing ALL personal property to be exempt.

• List only property owned by the organization.

STEP 4: Read, Sign, and Date

• By signing this application, you designate the property described in the attached Schedules AR and BR as the property against which the exemption for

religious organizations may be claimed in the appraisal district.

• You certify that the information provided in this application is true and correct to the best of your knowledge and belief.

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On Behalf of (name of organization)

Date

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Authorized Signature

Title

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Printed Name