Iron County Opens Property Tax Credit Program for Seniors

Iron Co., Mo. (KFMO) - Iron County Property Tax Credit Program Now Accepting Applications for Seniors.

Senior residents in Iron County can now apply for a property tax credit program designed to reduce the burden of real estate taxes for eligible homeowners.

The program, authorized by Missouri State Law through Senate Bill 190 in 2023 and amended by SB756 in 2024, allows qualifying seniors to receive a credit on their real property tax bill. Officials note that the base year for the program will be the year a resident first applies, and credits will not be applied retroactively.

To qualify, applicants must be at least 62 years old, own or have a legal or equitable interest in their home, occupy the property as their primary residence, and be responsible for paying property taxes on the home.

Applications are being accepted from April 1st through June 30th. Residents can apply online through the Iron County website, or complete the process in person at the Iron County Collector’s Office.

Applicants must provide documentation including proof of primary residency, such as a driver’s license, government-issued ID, utility bill, or tax receipt. Proof of age is also required through a government-issued document showing date of birth. In addition, proof of ownership must be submitted, typically a deed. If the applicant’s name is not on the deed, documentation showing legal interest in the property, such as a trust or operating agreement, will be required.

Completed applications and documents can be submitted by email, by mail, or in person at the Collector’s Office, located at 202 South Shepherd Street in Ironton.

For additional information, residents can contact the office by phone at 573-546-2911 or visit the county’s website.