scpetition_classification.pdf
Jason Taylor Petitioner V City Of Detroit Respondent · 26-002516-TT
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 1 of 3 PROPERTY TAX APPEAL PETITION FORM CLASSIFICATION APPEAL MTT DOCKET NO. Petitioner’s Contact Information: Filer Type: Individual Local Unit of Government: First Name Jason M.I. Last Name Taylor Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 5250 Courville St. City or Town Detroit State Michigan ZIP Code 48224 Telephone Number (313) 221-4753 E-mail Address magnetictaylor@gmail.com Subject Property Information: How many parcels are you appealing? 1 If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? *If no, you must file separate appeals for each parcel N/A Property Address (No., Street, City, St, ZIP) [If multiple, list first property’s address] 5550-52 Lakeview St. Detroit Michigan 48213 Taxing Authority (City or Township) Wayne County (WAYNE) County Wayne Please Explain the Reason for this Appeal: Jason Taylor 5250 Courville St. Detroit, MI, 48224 313-221-4753 magnetictaylor@gmail.com Date: 06/26/2026 Michigan Tax Tribunal RE: Formal Dispute of Tax Adjustment Parcel Number: 21052388 Property Address: 5550-52 Lakeview St. Detroit, MI 48213
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 2 of 3 To the Detroit Board of Review, I am formally appealing the taxable value uncapping and resulting assessment for the above-referenced property for tax years 2023, 2024, and 2025. I purchased this property through the Wayne County Treasurer’s Auction in November 2022. At the time of purchase, the property was in severely distressed and uninhabitable condition. The condition included, but was not limited to: missing windows, lack of plumbing, no functional heating system, broken porch structure, absence of bathroom fixtures (tubs and sinks), deteriorated flooring, and significant overall structural and livability deficiencies. While I understand that a transfer of ownership may trigger uncapping under Michigan law, the resulting Taxable Value must still be based on the property’s **True Cash Value (market value)** as of the date of transfer. In this case, I believe the assessed value significantly exceeds the actual market value of the property in its “as-is” condition at the time of purchase. Under Michigan property tax law, assessments must reflect the price that the property would sell for on the open market, taking into account its existing condition. A severely distressed property—such as this one—cannot reasonably be valued using comparable sales of updated or habitable homes without appropriate downward adjustments. Any failure to properly account for the property’s physical condition results in an inflated assessment that is inconsistent with fair market value standards. Given the extent of disrepair at the time of purchase, the auction purchase price is a strong indicator of the property’s true cash value. Therefore, I respectfully request that the Board consider the purchase price, along with supporting documentation, as the primary basis for determining the correct assessed value. Additionally, I request clarification and supporting documentation regarding the following: - The methodology used to determine the property’s assessed value after uncapping - Comparable sales used in the valuation analysis - Any adjustments made (or not made) for condition, vacancy, or structural deficiencies - A year-by-year breakdown of how the taxable value was calculated for 2023, 2024, and 2025 Based on these concerns, I respectfully request: 1. A reduction in the assessed and taxable value to reflect the accurate true cash value of the property at the time of transfer 2. A reassessment that properly accounts for the property’s distressed condition 3. Full supporting documentation used in determining the current valuation I am currently in the process of rehabilitating this property to make it suitable housing for my family. However, the assessment at issue does not reflect its condition at the relevant valuation date and places an undue financial burden based on an inflated value. I appreciate the Board’s time and consideration of this appeal and am prepared to provide any additional documentation needed. Sincerely, Jason Taylor Jurisdictional Issues: Did you protest the classification at the March Board of Review? No
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 3 of 3 If No, please check the applicable reason(s): Other, please explain Explanation: The bill just came in the mail June 16, 2026. Year(s) Under Appeal: 2023, 2024, 2025 Classification Information: Parcel Identification Number: 21052388 Current Classification of Property as established by Board of Review: Personal (check one) Residential (check one) What do you believe is the property’s classification? Personal (check one) Residential (check one) If improved property, how is the property currently being used? House is still being renovated If improved property, for what use was the property designed? Trying to fix up to help out with veteran homes. Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature Petitioner’s Signature: /s/ Jason Taylor Attorney or Authorized Agent’s Signature: /s/ Fee Information: If you do not have a Principal Residence Exemption of at least 50% at the time of the filing of this petition, you are required to pay a filing fee for the filing of this appeal. A fee of $75.00 is required for the filing of a classification appeal. Does the subject property have a principal residence exemption of at least 50% as of the date of the filing of this petition?