MR Poverty Exemption Guidelines-4-3-2023.pdf

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Maple River Township

Guidelines for Granting Full or Partial Property Tax Exemption

Whereas, Under PA253 of 2020, the governing body of a local tax collecting unit may

grant full or partial property tax exemptions for reason of poverty.

Pursuant to PA253 of 2020, The Maple River Township Board, Emmet County

authorizes the Maple River Township Board of Review to grant property tax exemption

for reason of poverty under the following conditions:

Property is owned and occupied by claimant.

Michigan Department of Treasury Form 5739

File Application form: Michigan Department of Treasury Form 5737

Provide copies of federal and state income tax forms for current and immediately

preceding year, including tax credits, for all persons residing in the principal

residence. If applicable, Michigan Treasury Form 4988 maybe filed if income tax

filing not required.

Produce proof of identity, if requested.

Produce proof of ownership of property, if requested.

Meet federal poverty guidelines published In the prior year in the Federal

Register by the United States Department of Health and Human Sen/ices.

Disposable assets of less than $5000 excluding principal residence and

furnishings, and personal vehicles.

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