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Quest Trust Co Petitioner V Township Of Peninsula Respondent · 26-002429-TT

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Theodore Kohler 

9600 Eastridge Dr 

Traverse City, Ml 49686 

Email: kophler@chartermi.net » 

Phone: 231-409-4971 

Date: 

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To: March Board of Review 

Peninsula Township 

13235 Center Road 

Traverse City, MI 49686 

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Re: Property Tax Appeal — 6323 Center Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686 (Parcel #11-336-098-00) 

Dear Members of the Board of Review, 

I'am writing to formally request a review and adjustment of the assessed value of my 

property located at 6323 Center Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686 (Parcel #1 1-336-098-00). 

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purchased this property on October 22, 2021, after it had been on the market for over one 

year. The two highest offers considered during the sale were $240,000 and a second offer 

with contingencies that were not acceptable to the sellers. 

| purchased the property using 

my retirement funds through an IRA. 

Several factors indicate that the current assessed value does not reflect the true market 

value: 

1. 

Property Age and Condition ~ The home was built in 1947, making it 79 years old, 

and is a small 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath property with limited modern amenities.

2. Water Access ~ The property cannot connect to the municipal water system running 

along Center Rd. The existing well produces water with an unpleasant odor, limiting 

usability. 

3. 

Utility Easement — Consumers Energy has erected high-voltage power lines directly 

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through the center of the property, negatively impacting value and marketability. 

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4. Comparative Sales — Nearby properties provide context for market value: 

Parcel # 

Description 

Notes 

11-515-003-00 

Two homes on one parcel 

Larger property, different configuration 

11-336-102-00 

Similar size and 

Closer comparison for market value 

characteristics 

11-336-098-00 

Subject property 

2-bed, 1.5-bath, built 1947, well water with 

odor, high-voltage line easement 

5. 

Tax Administration Issue — My IRA administrator is responsible for paying bills and is 

not expected to question assessment accuracy. A recent change in their name and 

address resulted in my summer tax bill being returned to the township treasurer and 

not delivered to me. 

| did not notice the increase in the taxable value in time, due in 

part to this administrative issue. This was an unintended oversight, and 

| request 

consideration of this context when reviewing the assessment and late fees. By the 

time 

| became aware, over $400 in late fees had accrued. 

Considering these factors, 

| respectfully request that the Board of Review adjust the 

taxable value to better reflect the property's market conditions, age, condition, and 

encumbrances. Specifically, 

| believe the taxable value should be closer to the purchase 

price of $240,000, with reasonable adjustments for subsequent years. 

I am prepared to provide supporting documentation, including the purchase agreement, 

comparable sales, photographs, and evidence of the IRA administration issue. 

Thank you for your time and consideration. 

| appreciate your attention to this matter and 

look forward to a fair review. 

Ny 

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Kohler

220, -04§-00 

Sally Murray 

From: 

Kohler <kohler@chartermi.net> 

Sent: 

Monday, March 2, 2026 10:12 AM 

To: 

Sally Murray 

Cc: 

kohler@chartermi.net 

Subject: 

RE: MBOR appeal 

Good morning Sally, thanks for the opportunity to add this information to my appeal to the board of 

review, 

| am not very experienced in this process. There are two parcels with recent sale that are within 

160" of my parcel. 

11-336-094-01 sold in 2021 for $259,900, the current SEV is $141,900, and current taxable value is 

$108,000. 

11-336-094-00 sold in 2023 for $459,000, the current SEV is $180,000, and the current taxable value is 

$171,042. 

At this time, 

| am not sure why 

| am unable to connect 

to the municipal water service. Grand Traverse 

County DPW originally indicated that Peninsula township did not make water hookup available in this 

area. GTC DPW is checking and promised to get back with me as soon as possible. 

| will pass along that 

info when 

| receive it. 

Thanks again for your quick response, and the opportunity add this important information to my appeal. 

Will you be adding this information to my appeal? 

Best regards, Ted Kohler 

From: "Sally Murray" <assessor@peninsulatownship.com> 

To: <kohler@chartermi.net> 

Sent: February 26, 2026 at 9:47 AM CST 

Subject: MBOR appeal 

Ted, 

I've received your written appeal and have added it to the March board of review docket. 

You indicated in your letter that you were prepared to provide additional information and 

I think it would be a good idea 

for them to have those in advance. 

Additionally, WHY can’t the property connect to the municipal water line? You mentioned that. 

Photos are excellent pieces of evidence.

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| am appealing to the 2022 assessed value of my rental property. Ine property was 

purchased in 2021 for $240,000 in an arm’s-length transaction after being listed for over 

one year, reflecting fair market value. The current SEV of $239,500 implies a market value of 

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approximately $479,000, nearly double the verified sale price. No significant improvements 

were made prior to December 31, 2021, aside from routine maintenance such as window 

replacement. 

The property has additional factors that negatively affect market value: 

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No municipal water service is available; the property relies on a private well 

producing odorous water. 

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A high-tension Consumers Energy transmission line crosses the middle and rear 

of the property, restricting use under recorded easements. 

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Structure: 79 years old, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. 

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Comparable Properties: 

Comp Year Purchased Sale Price Taxable Value 

Notes 

Comp 

| 2021 

$259,900 

$108,000 

Older home, similar size 

Comp 2 2023 

$459,000 

$171,042 

Newer home, no water/line issues 

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Allof these factors were present dt the time of purchase and reflected in the $240,000 

sale price. Considering the verified sale price and the property’s unique conditions, I 

respectfully request that the SEV and taxable value be adjusted to reflect true market 

value of $240,000, with a corresponding SEV of approximately $120,000 for 2022

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