Platte County Commission announces potential changes to Property Tax Relief Program

PLATTE COUNTY, Mo. (KQTV) -- The Platte County Commission said it will consider orders, which would bring changes to its Senior Property Tax Relief Program.

According to a news release from Platte County Presiding Commissioner Scott Fricker, the orders will accomplish the following:

• Increases in Bonded Indebtedness will be included in the program
• All property taxes paid on increased bonded indebtedness in 2025 by seniors approved for the program will be credited back to those taxpayers in future years
• Annual renewals for the program will no longer be required, beginning in 2026

The Platte County Commission will hold a session at 10 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 15, at the Platte County Administrative Building, located at 415 S. Third St. in Platte City.