Benefits · Tax Relief
How to apply for Senior Property Tax Freeze (SB 190) — St. Francois
St. Francois County (program authorized by RSMo 137.1050, adopted by county action)
Who it's for
St. Francois 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: ENROLLMENT begins on Monday, March 2, 2026, and ends Friday, May 29, 2026 (the FAQ states applications are accepted March 1st through May 31st of each year).. St. Francois County Senior Real Estate Tax Relief Program (Real Estate Property Tax Credit for Seniors), passed by the St. Francois County Commission in December of 2024 as Ordinance #2024-12-10-1. Eligible taxpayer: a St. Francois County resident who is 62 or older by January 1 of the initial base tax year, is an owner of record of a homestead (or holds a legal or equitable interest evidenced by a written instrument), is liable for the real estate taxes on that homestead, and is not delinquent on St. Francois County real estate taxes. Enrollment is in person at the Collector's office, 1 W. Liberty St., Ste 201 (2nd Floor), Farmington, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm; bring a government-issued photo ID, plus the trust document or LLC operating agreement if applicable. Approved applicants are renewed automatically each year. The county notes 'This is not a freeze on our real property tax assessment and credit is when future reassessments are done.' Apply through the county's program office.
The freeze applies only to the primary residence, requires an application with St. Francois County (often annually), and county rules control what is frozen and any home-value limits — the county makes the final determination, so this shows as a may-qualify result.
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
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-573-756-2645
What to say when you call
“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Senior Property Tax Freeze (SB 190) — St. Francois. 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
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