A requirement that an appraisal review board rely on an appraisal of residential real property prepared by an appraiser and submitted to the board by the property owner to determine a protest regarding the value of the property

Texas HB329 requires that when a property owner protests the appraised value of their residential property, the appraisal review board must consider an appraisal prepared by a certified appraiser that the property owner submits. This means the board cannot ignore an owner's independent appraisal when deciding on the property's value during a protest.

Supporters of Texas HB329 argue that it empowers property owners by ensuring their independent appraisals are considered in property tax disputes. This bill is seen as a way to promote fairness and transparency in the property valuation process, potentially leading to more accurate assessments and reduced tax burdens for homeowners.

Critics of Texas HB329 claim that it could complicate the appraisal review process by introducing additional appraisals that may vary in quality and methodology. They argue that the bill could lead to inconsistencies and increase the workload for appraisal review boards, potentially delaying the resolution of property tax disputes.