Appealing Your Property Tax Assessment in Michigan
Deadlines and steps to appeal a property tax assessment in Michigan, and when property taxes are due.
Short answer: Protest the assessment to the local board of review, which meets starting the second Monday in March (a city or township may set the Tuesday or Wednesday after). Protests are made in person; MCL 211.30
| Appealing your assessment | Protest the assessment to the local board of review, which meets starting the second Monday in March (a city or township may set the Tuesday or Wednesday after). Protests are made in person; nonresidents may protest by letter, and residents may do so by letter only if the local government allows it. The board must notify taxpayers of its decision in writing by the first Monday in June, including the final date to appeal further to the Michigan Tax Tribunal. Source: MCL 211.30 |
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| When property taxes are due | Collection begins when the treasurer receives the tax roll. Taxes paid after February 14 and before they are returned as delinquent carry a late penalty equal to 3% of the tax; a property tax administration fee of not more than 1% of the bill may apply on taxes paid before February 15 of the following year. Source: MCL 211.44 |
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FAQ
How do you appeal a property tax assessment in Michigan?
Protest the assessment to the local board of review, which meets starting the second Monday in March (a city or township may set the Tuesday or Wednesday after). Protests are made in person; nonresidents may protest by letter, and residents may do so by letter only if the local government allows it. The board must notify taxpayers of its decision in writing by the first Monday in June, including the final date to appeal further to the Michigan Tax Tribunal.
When are property taxes due in Michigan?
Collection begins when the treasurer receives the tax roll. Taxes paid after February 14 and before they are returned as delinquent carry a late penalty equal to 3% of the tax; a property tax administration fee of not more than 1% of the bill may apply on taxes paid before February 15 of the following year.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.