Destroyed Residential Property Claim (property value relief for storm-damaged homes)

How it works

Greene County says Missouri law allows the Assessor to prorate the taxable value of residential properties that are uninhabitable because of a natural disaster. The county specifically describes this as property value relief for homes rendered uninhabitable by storm damage, with natural disasters cited as tornadoes, floods, fires, or earthquakes.

What the money covers

This is not a repair grant or rebate. It reduces the taxable value of the residence while it is unoccupied and undergoing repairs, which can lower the homeowner’s property tax burden.

How to apply

Homeowners apply by completing the Destroyed Residential Property Claim Form on the Greene County Assessor’s website. The county says supporting documentation is required, including insurance claim numbers and repair estimates, and that these may be submitted as they become available.

Timing and follow-up

The Assessor’s Office must inspect the property during the unoccupied period. Owners must notify the office immediately when they reoccupy the home or complete repairs. The county also says that if the property remains uninhabited after 12 months, additional documentation will be required.