How to apply for Senior Property Tax Freeze (SB 190) — Madison in Missouri

Who it's for

Madison 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. The county's official site lists a 'Senior Citizen Tax Freeze Application' under Applications & Permits. Return the notarized application to the County Collector's office in Fredericktown. You must apply again every year; the county does not send a reminder.

What you'll need

• Notarized Senior Citizen Tax Freeze application (each owner who qualifies files their own)
• At least 2 approved proofs of residency showing your address, at least 1 with your date of birth
• Parcel number from your real estate tax statement or receipt
• If the home is in a trust: the trust title page and the page naming the current trustee

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Senior Property Tax Freeze (SB 190) — Madison. 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 notarized Senior Citizen Tax Freeze application (each owner who qualifies files their own), at least 2 approved proofs of residency showing your address, at least 1 with your date of birth, parcel number from your real estate tax statement or receipt — 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