Missouri Homestead Preservation Tax Credit
Missouri Department of Revenue
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Missouri Homestead Preservation Tax Credit in its Springfield, MO research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Property tax freeze for seniors 65+ and disabled homeowners with household income of $125,000 or less. Effective 2026, eligible homeowners receive 100% exemption on homestead property tax increases due to reassessment.
Freezes taxable assessed value; does not reduce current taxes but prevents future increases; apply through county collector
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
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- Restore SGF Healthy Homes for Seniors Up to $5,000 matching grant
Key Details
- Freezes assessed value, prevents property tax increases
- Must be age 65+ or disabled, own and occupy home
- Household income $125,000 or less
- Apply April 1, October 15 through Greene County Collector
- Expanded significantly effective January 1, 2026
How to Apply
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Your federal tax return for the year of the work (this benefit is claimed on your taxes, not through a separate application).
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
- Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
- Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
- A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: April 1, October 15 annually
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Missouri Homestead Preservation Tax Credit in Springfield, MO?
The Grant Map record states: 100% property tax freeze. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Missouri Homestead Preservation Tax Credit in Springfield?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It carries a senior-related tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for Missouri Homestead Preservation Tax Credit in Springfield, MO?
Confirm the application route directly with Missouri Department of Revenue; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 417-868-4036. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: April 1, October 15 annually.
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