Appealing Your Property Tax Assessment in Missouri
Deadlines and steps to appeal a property tax assessment in Missouri, and when property taxes are due.
Short answer: Appeal an assessment to the county Board of Equalization by the second Monday in July. After the Board's decision letter, you may appeal to the State Tax Commission within 30 days of the letter, using the Complaint for Review of Assessment form (online, by email or by mail) with a copy… Missouri State Tax Commission, Paying Property Taxes Under Protest and/or Appeal Options
| Appealing your assessment | Appeal an assessment to the county Board of Equalization by the second Monday in July. After the Board's decision letter, you may appeal to the State Tax Commission within 30 days of the letter, using the Complaint for Review of Assessment form (online, by email or by mail) with a copy of the decision letter or tax bill. A direct appeal to the State Tax Commission is allowed only in limited situations, such as late notice of an assessment increase or a purchase shortly before the tax statement was mailed. Property owned by a corporation, LLC, limited partnership, trust or estate must be appealed by an attorney. |
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| When property taxes are due | Property taxes are due no later than December 31 each year; interest and penalties apply after that. To pay under protest, pay the full bill to the County Collector by December 31, write "paid under protest" on the check and file a written statement of the grounds (including the fair market value you claim). |
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FAQ
How do you appeal a property tax assessment in Missouri?
Appeal an assessment to the county Board of Equalization by the second Monday in July. After the Board's decision letter, you may appeal to the State Tax Commission within 30 days of the letter, using the Complaint for Review of Assessment form (online, by email or by mail) with a copy of the decision letter or tax bill. A direct appeal to the State Tax Commission is allowed only in limited situations, such as late notice of an assessment increase or a purchase shortly before the tax statement was mailed. Property owned by a corporation, LLC, limited partnership, trust or estate must be appealed by an attorney.
When are property taxes due in Missouri?
Property taxes are due no later than December 31 each year; interest and penalties apply after that. To pay under protest, pay the full bill to the County Collector by December 31, write "paid under protest" on the check and file a written statement of the grounds (including the fair market value you claim).
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.