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Notice
As per 137.355 RSMo., the County Assessor, Scott Shipman, lists the property owners whose assessed valuation on real estate property has changed for 2021. The Notice of Real Estate Assessment forms were mailed but returned by the Post Office as being undeliverable. As per 138.100 RSMo., the application for a hearing to protest such change must be made in writing to the Board of Equalization, c/o St. Charles County Registrar, 201 N. Second St., Suite 541, St. Charles, MO 63301, no later than the second Monday in July 2021.
Additional News
- COVID-19 Real Estate Impact
Visit our Real Estate page for information. - 2019 State Tax Commission Residential Sales Study (PDF)
Letter from the Missouri State Tax Commission indicating that 2019 residential values are within the acceptable parameters for accuracy.
Responsibilities
The Assessor is charged with placing a fair market value on property as of the tax date. The property tax in Missouri is “ad valorem,” meaning taxes are based on property value.
The Assessor has no jurisdiction or responsibility for taxing jurisdiction budgets or establishing the tax rate.
Information maintained by this office is for assessment purposes only and should not be used to verify or transfer ownership. All maps maintained, provided and/or purchased are based on assessment information and do not represent a legal survey of the parcels shown and shall not be used for conveyance or the establishment of property boundaries.
Assessor’s Focus
Most functions of the Assessor’s Office are governed by language in the Missouri State Statutes, Section 137. Understanding the purpose of our office is a complex issue. The Assessor is focused on an office that prides itself on accuracy and fairness bringing clarity to the assessment process.
Certificate of Non-Assessment (Tax Waiver)
A Certificate of Non-Assessment, also known as a tax waiver, may be obtained at the Assessor's Office if you did not own a vehicle in St. Charles County on January 1. The Certificate is required by the Missouri Department of Revenue to license motor vehicles or obtain a business license in St. Charles County. Learn more about requirements for the Certificate of Non-Assessment.
Resources
- Property Search Database: Search property assessment information by partial address or parcel identification number.
- Determine What You Need for Personal Property (PDF): Find out if you should declare personal property, or if you are eligible for a Certificate of Non-Assessment/tax waiver.
Tax Bills
Your tax bill is comprised of three key components:
- Assessment Authority
- Taxing Authority
- Collection Authority
Assessment Authority
The assessment authority (Assessor’s Office) is responsible for establishing the fair market value of all property within St. Charles County as of the tax date. This assures the tax burden is distributed fairly among those responsible for payment.
Taxing Authority
The taxing authority (school, city, fire districts, etc.) establishes the tax rate based on the budgetary requirements needed to appropriately fund the services provided within their jurisdiction.
Collection Authority
The collection authority (Collector of Revenue’s Office) is responsible for collecting the amount of tax assigned to each property owner.
Contact Us
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Scott Shipman
County Assessor
201 N. Second St.
St. Charles, MO 63301
Email
Ph: 636-949-7425
Fx: 636-949-7435
Hours
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Observed Holidays
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