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

Who it's for

Miller 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: January 1 - June 30, annually (must reapply every year). SB190 Tax Credit Freeze Program, primary residence only, adopted 'PURSUANT TO MILLER COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 2023-237 DATED 12/06/2023 AND AMENDED 10/11/2024' and administered under 'SB 190 AND SB 756, RSMO 137.1050'. Freezes the residential portion of the real estate tax bill at the prior (base) year amount. Requirements: age 62 by application date; Miller County primary residence occupied at least 180 days of the year and the applicant's only primary residence; owner of record (individual/joint or revocable/living trust); responsible for the tax bill; taxes paid current; only one residence/dwelling on the parcel; only one qualified applicant need apply. Proof of identity/age, Missouri residency, and ownership required. A new application (annual affidavit) must be filed each year or the base year resets. 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) — Miller. 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