How to apply for Senior Property Tax Freeze (SB 190) — Cooper

Who it's for

Cooper County has adopted Missouri's senior property tax credit (SB 190): homeowners 62 or older can freeze the real-estate tax bill on their primary home, so it stops rising in later years. Applications: Signups began January 1, 2025 through September 15, 2025 (first cycle as announced; current-cycle window not published online). Cooper County Ordinance adopting the senior citizen property tax freeze passed July 22, 2024 (presented to the Boonville City Council September 16, 2024 by County Commissioners George Monk and Charlie Melkersman). The county's official application PDF is hosted on the Cooper County Clerk's site (clerk.coopercountymo.gov, fetched live; scanned image PDF with no text layer, so no verbatim age quote available from it). Contacts: Commissioners 660-882-2228, Clerk 660-882-2114, Assessor 660-882-2646, Collector 660-882-2584. Apply through the county's program office.

What you'll need

• Proof of age 62+ (government ID)
• Proof of ownership and that the home is the primary residence
• Current paid tax receipt / parcel information

Where to apply

What to say when you call

“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Senior Property Tax Freeze (SB 190) — Cooper. I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need proof of age 62+ (government id), proof of ownership and that the home is the primary residence, current paid tax receipt / parcel information — is anything else required? What is the best next step?”

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

Renewals

annual