Personal Property - Any property that is not real property; subject to ownership, not permanently affixed to or part of the real estate, such as cars, boats, farm equipment, but does not include household goods, furniture, wearing apparel and items of personal use and adornment, owned and used by a person in their home.

 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.