Real Estate Taxes

Q:        Where do I pay my City of Grain Valley real estate taxes?

A:        The city tax will be included with your county real estate taxes.  You can pay in person at Blue Springs City Hall or Jackson County Courthouse.

 

Q:        Where do I pay City of Grain Valley personal property tax?

A:        The city tax will be included with your county real estate taxes.  The closest place to pay these are at Blue Springs City Hall.

 

Q:        How can I find out my current assessment? Who does the assessment?

A:        The Jackson County Assessor’s Office.  You can call Jackson County at 816/881-4541 or go to their website www.jacksongov.org.

 

Business Licenses

Q:        How do I get a business license?

A:       

• Fill out an application. Occupational License

• Furnish us with a workers compensation certificate OR

• A signed waiver if you do construction work OR

• A Missouri sales tax certificate if you collect sales tax OR

• A health permit if you serve food.

• Pay the $25.00 license fee

 

Q:        How long after application until I will receive a business license?

A:        Usually licenses are issued within a week depending on any inspections required.

 

Q:        If I have a garage sale do I need a business license?

A:        If you have more than four sales a year or if the sale is longer than three days you will be required to obtain a license.

 

Q:        How long does a Business License last?

A:        The license is good from July 1st to June 30th of the next year. (We do not prorate.)

 

Q:        What if I don't get a renewal notice for my business license?

A:        If a renewal notice is not received by July 1, please call the Finance office at 847-6215.

 

 

Sales Tax

Q:        What is the sales tax rate within the City of Grain Valley?

A:        7.35% - For a breakdown of tax rates, and more information, see our Tax Information page.

 

Q:        What is the sales tax rate outside the City of Grain Valley?

A:        5.35%