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Michigan
Arunshankar Dhandayuthapany, Petitioner V Township Of West Bloomfield, Respondent
- Petitioner
- Arunshankar Dhandayuthapany
- Respondent
- Township Of West Bloomfield
Case overview
- Docket number
- 25-002710-TT
- Status
- Hearing Set - SC
- CaseType
- SC Property
- Division
- Small Claims Division
- County
- Oakland
- Judge
- Miles, Kari L
Docket history
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| 14 | Documentation | Not recorded | Not recorded | 10/21/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 13 | Documentation | Not recorded | Not recorded | 10/21/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 12 | Proof of Service of Misc Documents was received. | Not recorded | Not recorded | 10/21/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 11 | Proof of Service of Misc Documents was received. | RESP | Not recorded | 10/20/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 10 | Documentation | RESP | Not recorded | 10/20/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 9 | Notice of Hearing | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/11/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 8 | A hearing has been scheduled | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/11/2026 | Not recorded | Not recorded |
| 7 | Notice of Filing | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/22/2025 | Not recorded | Download |
| 6 | Attachments to the Answer were filed | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/04/2025 | Not recorded | Download |
| 5 | Answer was received | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/04/2025 | Not recorded | Download |
| 4 | Petition has been verified | PET | 1 | 09/03/2025 | Not recorded | Download |
| 3 | Notice of Docket Number SC | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/03/2025 | Not recorded | Download |
| 2 | Attachments to the Petition were filed | Not recorded | Not recorded | 07/14/2025 | Not recorded | Download |
| 1 | A petition was received. | PET | Not recorded | 07/14/2025 | Not recorded | Download |
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Appraisal As Of 12.31.24_Dhandayuthapany_25-002710.pdfRead complete document text →
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APPRAISAL REPORT OF PREPARED FOR AS OF PREPARED BY 2901 Birchena Crescent West Bloomfield , MI 48324 Michigan Tax Appeal 436 N Center St. Northville, MI 48167 12/31/2024 Darby Appraisers, LLC 310 Creedmore Street Commerce Twp, MI 48382
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RE: File No. Case No. Dear In accordance with your request, I have personally inspected and prepared an appraisal report of the real property located at: The purpose of this appraisal is to estimate the market value of the property described in the body of this appraisal report. Enclosed, please find the appraisal report which describes certain data gathered during our investigation of the property. The methods of approach and reasoning in the valuation of the various physical and economic factors of the subject property are contained in this report. An inspection of the property and a study of pertinent factors, including valuation trends and an analysis of neighborhood data, led the appraiser to the conclusion that the market value, as of is: $ The opinion of value expressed in this report is contingent upon the limiting conditions attached to this report. It has been a pleasure to assist you. If I may be of further service to you in the future, please let me know. Respectfully submitted, Signature: Darby Appraisers, LLC 310 Creedmore Street Commerce Twp, MI 48382 10/19/2026 Michigan Tax Appeal 436 N Center St. Northville, MI 48167 2901 Birchena Crescent West Bloomfield , MI 48324 26-100016 2901 Birchena Crescent, West Bloomfield , MI 48324 12/31/2024 400,000 Erica Darbyshire
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Produced by ClickFORMS Software 800-622-8727 File No. Table of Contents Page Title Page # Darby Appraisers, LLC 26-100016 Residential Appraisal Page 1 1 Residential Appraisal Page 2 2 Residential Appraisal Page 3 3 Photo Subject 4 Photo (6) 5 Photo (6) 6 Photo (6) 7 Photo Comparables 1-2-3 8 Comments 9 Comments 10 Sketch 11 Location Map 12 Aerial Map 13 Plat Map 14 UAD Definition of Terms 15 UAD Definition of Terms p2 16 UAD Definition of Terms p3 17 Certification Page 1 18 Certification Page 2 19 Appraisal Compliance Addendum 20 Appraiser License Certificate 21
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Produced by ClickFORMS Software 800-622-8727 File No. Residential Appraisal Report The purpose of this appraisal report is to provide the client with an accurate, and adequately supported, opinion of the market value of the subject property. Property Address City State Zip Code Owner Intended User County Legal Description Assessor's Parcel # Tax Year R.E. Taxes $ Neighborhood Name Map Reference Census Tract Occupant Owner Tenant Vacant Special Assessments $ PUD HOA $ per year per month Property Rights Appraised Fee Simple Leasehold Other (describe) Intended Use Client Address Is the subject property currently offered for sale or has it been offered for sale in the twelve months prior to the effective date of this appraisal? Yes No Report data source(s) used, offerings price(s), and date(s). SUBJECT I did did not analyze the contract for sale for the subject purchase transaction. Explain the results of the analysis of the contract for sale or why the analysis was not performed. Contract Price $ Date of Contract Is the property seller the owner of public record? Yes No Data Source(s) Is there any financial assistance (loan charges, sale concessions, gift or downpayment assistance, etc.) to be paid by any party on behalf of the purchaser? Yes No If Yes, report the total dollar amount and describe the items to be paid. CONTRACT Note: Race and the racial composition of the neighborhood are not appraisal factors. Neighborhood Characteristics One-Unit Housing Trends One-Unit Housing Present Land Use % Location Urban Suburban Rural Property Values Increasing Stable Declining PRICE AGE One-Unit % Built-Up Over 75% 25-75% Under 25% Demand/Supply Shortage In Balance Over Supply $ (000) (yrs) 2-4 Unit % Growth Rapid Stable Slow Marketing Time Under 3 mths 3-6 mths Over 6 mths Low Multi-Family % Neighborhood Boundaries High Commercial % Pred. Other % Neighborhood
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Class Valuation 264-3963048 264-3963048 2901 Birchena Cres West Bloomfield MI 48324 See attached addenda. Schayani Sepehr Trust Oakland T2n, R9e, Sec 9 Darb Lake Colony Sub No 1 Lots 57 & 58 7-28-88 From 010 & 011 18-09-154-012 2022 5,758 Darb Lake Colonyno 1 47664 1561.00 0 0 Pennymac Loan Services, LLC 3043 Townsgate Rd, Ste 200, Westlake Village, CA 91361 DOM 20;Subject was listed on 06/30/2023 for $399,900. It entered contract status on 07/23/2023;REALCOMP#20230053036; Estate sale;The contract is standard with no unusual inclusions or exclusions. 361,500 07/19/2023 Municipal Records $11,500;;Towards closing costs 380 530 450 0 66 25 95 5 Subject neighborhood is bounded on the north by Greer, on the south by Commerce Road, on the east by Hiller and on the west by Willow Road. The subject is located in the West Bloomfield charter township with a population of 65,206.Freeways provide good connectability to employment centers, entertainments and shopping.Most of the homes were built in the 1900's to the present with many areas of new construction. Typical connection to work is estimated 25.7 miles. Property values in the market area are currently stable with supply and demand in balance. Unemployment rates are stabilizing. 191.25 x 150.87 25700 sf Rectangular N;Res;Res RI Single Family Residential As a single family residence. Well Septic Concrete None X 26125C0482F 09/29/2006 Well and septic are typical for the area and not considered adverse. Both appear to be functioning properly and are located the approprate distance apart. There are no reasonable municipal hookups available. 1 Ranch 1988 15 2,156 93 Concrete/Avg Wood/Avg Asphalt/Avg Yes/Yes/Avg Vinyl/DH/Avg Yes/Avg Yes/Avg Wood/Carpet/Avg Drywall/Avg Wood/Paint/Avg. Ceramic/Avg Ceramic/Avg Gas 1 Deck None 0 Fence Porch None 2 Concrete 2 0 8 3 2.1 2,371 Typical fenestration for the neighborhood C4;No updates in the prior 15 years;All utilities are on and operational. *Subject has a broken window panel at the front door *Several missing light fixtures. * There is water in the basement on all four walls, cause or possibly causes unknown. This water has damaged the flooring in the basement. The subject is currently in a C5 condition but after remediation will be in a C4 Condition. *Inspection of the furnace by a licensed professional recommended. There are no readily observable deficiencies or adverse conditions that affect the subject's livability, soundness, or structural integrity. The subject single-unit use, design style, quality of construction, living area, condition and functional utility are consistent with typical conforming properties in the neighborhood. Form 1004UAD - "TOTAL" appraisal software by a la mode, inc. - 1-800-ALAMODE Uniform Residential Appraisal Report File # SUBJECT CONTRACT NEIGHBORHOOD SITE IMPROVEMENTS The purpose of this summary appraisal report is to provide the lender/client with an accurate, and adequately supported, opinion of the market value of the subject property. Property Address City State Zip Code Borrower Owner of Public Record County Legal Description Assessor's Parcel # Tax Year R.E. Taxes $ Neighborhood Name Map Reference Census Tract Occupant Owner Tenant Vacant Special Assessments $ PUD HOA $ per year per month Property Rights Appraised Fee Simple Leasehold Other (describe) Assignment Type Purchase Transaction Refinance Transaction Other (describe) Lender/Client Address Is the subject property currently offered for sale or has it been offered for sale in the twelve months prior to the effective date of this appraisal? Yes No Report data source(s) used, offering price(s), and date(s). I did did not analyze the contract for sale for the subject purchase transaction. Explain the results of the analysis of the contract for sale or why the analysis was not performed. Contract Price $ Date of Contract Is the property seller the owner of public record? Yes No Data Source(s) Is there any financial assistance (loan
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON |. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR DIRECTOR Arunshankar Dhandayuthapany , MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL Petitioner(s) v MTT Docket No. 25-002710 Township of West Bloomfield , Respondent(s) PROOF OF SERVICE Rebecca Adler states that on 10/21/26 he/she [Name of person serving/mailing petition] [date of service] served a copy of the Valuation Disclosure relative to the above-captioned matter upon: [Provide name and address of the party/people being served] Electronically Delivered - Valuation Disclosure (Small Claims) Robert Scripture 4550 Walnut Lake Rd., West Bloomfield, MI 48323 taxtribunal@wbtownship.org /s/ Rebecca Adler [Signature of person who is serving/mailing copy] Rebecca Adler [Print/type name of person serving/mailing copy] MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL - 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 - 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 - Other Carriers: 2407 N GRAND RIVER AVE, LANSING, MI 48906
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL Docket Number: 25-002710 Is this case currently pending in the Small Claims Division? Yes Party Filing Document Petitioner Files Document Type: Proof of Service: Misc Documents Attachment File Name: Proof of Service_Valuation Disclosure_Small Claims_25- 002710_Dhandayuthapany Document Type: Documentation Attachment File Name: Appraisal 8.7.23_Dhandayuthapany_25-002710 Document Type: Documentation Attachment File Name: Appraisal As Of 12.31.24_Dhandayuthapany_25-002710 Fee Information Filing Fee: $ 0.00 Payment Information Payment: $ 0.00
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 _____________________________, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL Petitioner(s) v MTT Docket No. _____________________________, _________________________________________ [Signature of person who is serving/mailing copy] _________________________________________ [Print/type name of person serving/mailing copy] Township of West Bloomfield, Oakland County 25-002710 Respondent(s) Erin Lamb Arunshankar Dhandayuthapany PROOF OF SERVICE ___________________________________ states that on ___________________ he/she Erin Lamb October 20, 2026 [Name of person serving/mailing petition] [date of service] served a copy of the ___________________ relative to the above-captioned matter upon: Valuation Disclosure [Provide name and address of the party/people being served] ________________________________________________ Steve Johnson Michigan Tax Appeal Services 436 N Center St Northville, MI 48323 info@mitaxappeal.com
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MTT Docket No: Tax Parcel No: Petitioner: Agent: Respondent: Appeal Year: Prepared by: ES West Bloomfield VALUATION DISCLOSURE FOR PROCEEDINGS AT THE MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL 25-002710 X 18-09-154-012 Arunshankar Dhandayuthapany 2901 Birchena Crescent West Bloomfield, MI 48324 Steve Johnson Michigan Tax Appeal Services 436 N Center St Northville, MI 48167 Charter Township of West Bloomfield 4550 Walnut Lake Road West Bloomfield, MI 48323 December 31, 2024, for 2025 Tax Year December 31, 2025 for 2026 Tax Year Robert Scripture, Assessor Daniel L. Sears, Chief Appraiser 2 popes Chief Appraiser Keith Hartman, Property Appraiser
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2 Table of Contents Cover Letter .............................................................................................. 1 Table of Contents ...................................................................................... 2 Master Letter ............................................................................................ 3 Township Map ........................................................................................... 4 Subject Photographs ............................................................................... 5-6 Subject Aerial Map ..................................................................................... 7 Subject Record Cards............................................................................ 8-11 Valuation Report..................................................................................12-15 Market Comparison Analysis .................................................................16-17 ECF Analysis ........................................................................................18-19 Subject and Comparable Map ...............................................................20-21 Subject Sketch ........................................................................................ 22 File Maintenance Records ......................................................................... 23 Scope of Work and Certification ................................................................ 24 Appraiser’s Qualifications .....................................................................25-28 Addendum .............................................................................................. 29 Pictures and Maps of Comparables .......................................................30-47
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* West : N Bloomfield ic October 20, 2026 Chief Clerk Michigan State Tax Tribunal P.O. Box 30232 Lansing, Michigan 48909 RE: Address: 2901 Birchena Crescent Tax Parcel No: X 18-09-154-012 MTT Docket No: #25-002710 Dear Sir/Madam: Please find enclosed the valuation disclosure for the subject property listed above. We set the Assessment utilizing Mass Appraisal. For appeal purposes, the property is valued on an individual basis with the Sales Comparison Approach, which focuses on the specifics of that home only. We used the Cost Approach and the Sales Comparison Analysis in preparation for this disclosure. The ‘original’ Assessed Value, True Cash Value, and Taxable Value for the year at issue are: Tax Day Tax Year TCV Assessed Value Taxable Value 12/31/2024 2025 498,000 249,000 249,000 12/31/2025 2026 497,980 248,990 248,990 The Michigan Tax Tribunal makes an independent determination of value based on all the evidence available. This valuation disclosure concludes the following values: Tax Day Tax Year TCV Assessed Value Taxable Value 12/31/2024 2025 465,800 232,900 232,900 12/31/2025 2026 531,780 265,890 239,188 Sincerel 7; yea we ’ / Ju Robert £cripture, Assessor Daniel L. Sears, Chief Appraiser Angela Skiver, Chief Appraiser Keith Hartman, Property Appraiser West Bloomfield Township * 4550 Walnut Lake Rd. wbtownship.org West Bloomfield. MI 48323 === fax (248) 682-7851
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL Docket Number: 25-002710 Is this case currently pending in the Small Claims Division? Yes Party Filing Document Respondent Files Document Type: Documentation Attachment File Name: Disclosure - MTT Docket #25-002710 - DHANDAYUTHAPANY Document Type: Proof of Service: Misc Documents Attachment File Name: Proof of Service - Docket #25-002710 - DHANDAYUTHAPANY Fee Information Filing Fee: $ 0.00 Payment Information Payment: $ 0.00
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 Arunshankar Dhandayuthapany, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No.: 25-002710 Township Of West Bloomfield, Respondent. NOTICE OF TELEPHONE HEARING The Tribunal has scheduled a telephone hearing to be conducted as follows. Hearings are generally 30 minutes in length. HEARING DATE: November 10, 2026 HEARING TIME: 9:00 AM Eastern Time JOIN BY PHONE: 1-248-509-0316 ACCESS CODE: 857254294 This hearing will be held by telephone conference call with the Judge as the host. In order to join the hearing, call the phone number listed above at least 5 minutes prior to the hearing time. You will then be required to input the access code, followed by # to connect. The Tribunal judge will call in and join by phone at the hearing time. Failure to timely call in may result in the placement of a party or parties in default. This is an important legal document. Please have someone translate the document. Este es un documento legal importante. Por favor, haga traducir este documento. এটি একটি গুরুত্বপূর্ণ আইনি দলিল, অনুগ্রহ করে কেউ দলিলটিকে অনুবাদ করুন। .ﻫﺬﺍ ﻫﻮ ﻭﺛﻴﻘﺔ ﻗﺎﻧﻮﻧﻴﺔ ﻫﺎﻣﺔ ﻳﺮﺟﻰ ﻟﺪﻳﻚ ﺷﺨﺺ ﺗﺘﺮﺟﻢ ﺍﻟﻮﺛﻴﻘﺔ Ito ay isang mahalagang legal na dokumento. Mangyari lamang na magkaroon ng isang tao isalin ang dokumento.
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MTT Docket No. 25-002710 Page 2 of 4 HEARING INFORMATION – PLEASE READ IMMEDIATELY GENERAL INFORMATION: An impartial hearing will be conducted in accordance with the Michigan Tax Tribunal Rules (R 792.10201-R 792.10297) and the Michigan Administrative Procedures Act, MCL 24.201 et seq. The Michigan Rules of Evidence and the Michigan Court Rules may be applicable. Parties are expected to exercise proper respect and courtesy toward other parties, witnesses, and administrative law judges, which includes attending the hearing on time, silencing cell phones, and choosing a quiet, private location to participate in the hearing to limit distractions and ensure minimal background noise. The hearing may be recorded for notetaking purposes, but the recording is not a formal record, unless otherwise provided for by the Tribunal. REPRESENTATION: You may have an attorney or anyone else of your choice represent you at the hearing. The Tribunal does not recommend or appoint representatives for you and will not pay for your representative. WITNESSES: You may have anyone join you at the hearing to speak in support of your case. However, the time to present your case is limited and additional time may not be provided to accommodate witness testimony. DOCUMENTATION: Parties are required to submit all documents in support of their contentions to both the Tribunal and the opposing party at least 21 days before the hearing date even if the documents were previously submitted to the local Board of Review or the Michigan Department of Treasury. If the documents are not timely submitted to both the Tribunal and the opposing party, the documents may be excluded. Documents may be submitted to the Tribunal by mail or through the Tribunal’s electronic filing (e- filing) system. Documents may be sent to the opposing party by mail or by e-mail, if the parties agree to submission by e-mail. If sent by mail, the documents must be sent to the opposing party or their authorized representative at the address identified in the petition or answer for that party or authorized representative, unless the party or authorized representative filed an appearance or other documentation identifying a different mailing address. The documents do not need to be resubmitted after the Notice of Hearing if they were previously submitted to the Tribunal and the opposing party in this case. If a hearing had previously been
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 Arunshankar Dhandayuthapany, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 25-002710 Township Of West Bloomfield, Respondent. NOTICE OF FILING TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claims answer has been filed and the electronic copy of the answer can be reviewed by utilizing the Docket Lookup on the Tribunal’s website. Unless Respondent was defaulted, this case is ready to be scheduled for a Small Claims hearing and will be scheduled in the normal course of scheduling. You will receive a Notice of Hearing from the Tribunal by e-mail if you have identified an email address in the petition or other documentation. The Notice of Hearing will inform you of the date, time, and location of your hearing (note that your hearing will likely be conducted by telephone). Please read the Notice of Hearing as it includes important information. EVIDENCE: Parties are required to submit all evidence to the Tribunal and send a copy to the opposing party at least 21 days before the hearing date even if the documents had been submitted to the local Board of Review or the Michigan Department of Treasury. If the documents are not timely submitted to the Tribunal and served on the opposing party, the documents may be excluded. Documents may be filed with the Tribunal by mail or through the Tribunal’s e-filing system. Documents may be sent to the opposing party by mail or by e-mail, if the parties agree to service by e-mail. Alternate Dispute Resolution Options INFORMAL SETTLEMENT CONFERENCE: Parties have the option of handling this case through an informal settlement conference. An informal settlement conference is a meeting between the parties and/or their representatives to discuss the issues in a case in an effort to settle the case. This process may be an alternative to a hearing with a judge and may result in the parties’ filing a Joint Stipulation for Entry of Consent Judgment. Visit the Tribunal’s ADR webpage for more information. NOTE: The parties may not request an informal settlement conference to discuss an appeal of a principal residence exemption that was denied by either the Michigan Department of Treasury or a County. Also, state taxes levied by the Michigan Department of Treasury, such as income taxes, are not subject to the informal settlement conference process.
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MTT Docket No. 25-002710 Page 2 of 6 MEDIATION: Parties have the option of handling this case through mediation. Mediation is a voluntary process where a mediator facilitates communication between the parties, assists in identifying issues, and helps explore solutions to promote a mutually acceptable settlement. This process may be an alternative to a hearing with a judge and may result in the parties’ filing a Joint Stipulation for Entry of Consent Judgment. Visit the Tribunal’s ADR webpage for more information. If you have any questions, please contact the Tribunal by phone at (517) 335-9760 or email taxtrib@michigan.gov. By: Tribunal Clerk Entered: September 22, 2025 PROOF OF SERVICE I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized representatives. By: Tribunal Clerk
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 Arunshankar Dhandayuthapany, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX
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Michigan Department of Treasury, STC 1019 (Rev, 10-17) THIS IS NOT A TAX BILL Notice of Assessment, Taxable Valuation, and Property Classification This form is issued under the authority of P.A. 206 of 1893, Sec. 211.24 (c) and Sec.211.34c. as amended. This is a model assessment notice to be used by the local assessor. L-4400 FROM PARCEL IDENTIFICATION CHARTER TWP OF WEST BLOOMFIELD X -18-09-154-012 ROBERT SCRIPTURE, ASSESSOR 4550 WALNUT LAKE ROAD CO PY WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI 48323; ajocrifielisssassors Office PARCEL CODE NUMBER: PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2901 BIRCHENA CRESCENT WEST BLOOMFIELD, Mi 48324-2103 NAME AND ADDRESS OF OWNER OR PERSON NAMED ON ASSESSMENT ROLL: PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE EXEMPTION 9% Exempt As "Homeowners Principal Residence”: 100.00% DHANDAYUTHAPANY, ARUNSHANKAR % Exempt As "Qualified Agricultural Property": .00% ta se % Exempt As "MBT Industrial Personal™............. .00% WEST BLOOMFIELD MI 48324 9% Exempt As "MBT Commercial Personal”......... .00% Exempt As "Qualified Forest Property": [J Yes No - THIS PROPERTY IS CLASSIFIED AS:401 (RESIDENTIAL-IMPROVED) SCHOOL DISTRICT: WEST BLOOMFIELD SCHOOL DIST. [ PRIOR YEAR'S CLASSIFICATION IF DIFFERENT: 401 (RESIDENTIAL-IMPROVED) Your assessment was based on market adjustment. The change in Taxable Value will Sit ol your 2025 tax Heo PL NT Ean oon CHANGE bill by approximately: (1,418.88) based on the 2024 tax rates. ’ 1. TAXABLE VALUE (Current amount is tentative): 286.710 249,000 -37,710 2. ASSESSED VALUE: 286,710 249,000 -37,710 3. TENTATIVE EQUALIZATION FACTOR: 1.000 4. STATE EQUALIZED VALUE (Current amount is tentative): 286,710 249,000 -37,710 5. There WAS/WAS NOT a transfer of ownership on this property in 2024: WAS NOT 6. ASSESSOR CHANGE REASON: Market Adjustment, Parcel Review The 2025 Inflation Rate Multiplier is: 1.031. Property taxes are calculated on the Taxable Value (see line 1 above). The Taxable Value number entered.in the "Change from Prior Year to Current Year" column, does not indicate a change in your taxes. This number indicates the change in the Taxable Value. State Equalized Value (SEV) is the Assessed Value (see line 2 above) multiplied by the Equalization Factor, if any (see line 3 above). State Equalized Value must approximate 50% of market value (see line 4 above). IF THERE WAS A TRANSFER OF OWNERSHIP (see line 5 above) on your property in 2024, your 2025 Taxable Value will be the same as your 2025 State Equalized Value. IF THERE WAS NOT A TRANSFER OF OWNERSHIP on your property in 2024, your 2025 Taxable Value is calculated by multiplying your 2024 Taxable Value (see line 1 above) by 1.031 (Inflation Rate Multiplier for the current year). Physical changes in your property may also increase or decrease your Taxable Value. Your 2025 Taxable Value cannot be higher than your 2025 State Equalized Value. March Board of Review Appeal Information: The Taxable Value, the Assessed Value, the State Equalized Value, the Property Classification, or the Transfer of Ownership may be appealed by filing a protest with the local Board of Review. Protests are made to the Board of Review by completing a Board of Review Petition Form. A Petition Form may be obtained directly from the local unit or from the State Tax Commission at www.michigan.gov/taxes. Click on Forms (at top of page) then click on Property Tax, then click on Board of Review to obtain Form 618 (L-4035). To schedule an appointment for an appeal in person please call: 248-451-4850 by March 7, 2025. Any questions regarding your assessment, please call 248-451-4850 or by email at AskAssessing@wbtownship.org. For additional information, please visit our website at www.wbtownship.org. Appointments are available in date order. The Board of Review meeting schedule is: March 4, 2025- 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM-Organizational Meeting (No Public Hearings) March 5, 2025 9:00 AMto 1:00 PM 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM March 6,
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING ORLENE HAWKS DIRECTOR PROPERTY TAX APPEAL ANSWER FORM VALUATION / EXEMPTION / CLASSIFICATION APPEAL MOAHR DOCKET NO. 25-002710 Section 1: Respondent’s Contact Information Filer Type: Local Unit of Government Township Of West Bloomfield (OAKLAND) First Name M.I. Last Name/Company Name/Unit of Government Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) City or Town State Michigan ZIP Code Telephone Number Fax Number E-mail Address Section 2: Respondent’s Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information First Name Robert M.I. Last Name Scripture Firm Name (if any) Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 4550 Walnut Lake Rd City or Town West Bloomfield State Michigan ZIP Code 48323 Telephone Number 248-451-4850 Fax Number E-mail Address taxtribunal@wbtownship.org Section 3: Subject Property Information Does the subject property have a Principal Residence Exemption of 50% or more? Yes Are the parcels listed by Petitioner contiguous or adjoining? If not, list which parcels adjoin one another. N/A Section 4: Explain Your Answer to this Appeal Pursuant to Michigan Tax Tribunal Rule (TTR) 277(3), you MUST submit a copy of the notice giving rise to the appeal (e.g. Board of Review Decision, Notice of Uncapping, or Assessment Change Notice) with this Small Claims Answer, if applicable. If you do not submit this document, you may be held in default.
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING ORLENE HAWKS DIRECTOR The respondent will prepare a valuation disclosure and may conduct a site inspection prior to the hearing. Section 5: Jurisdictional Issues IF PETITIONER IS APPEALING THE TRUE CASH AND/OR TAXABLE VALUES Did Petitioner protest the assessment at a Board of Review (BOR)? Yes If yes, check which BOR Petitioner attended: March If no, was the Notice of Assessment properly sent to Petitioner prior to the March BOR? March*Submit a copy of the Notice of Assessment with the Answer. If the July or December BOR revised the assessment(s) at issue, did it have authority? If yes, cite the Board’s authority. Was the assessment(s) at issue established as the result of a clerical error or mutual mistake of fact? No If yes, explain. Is Petitioner appealing from a State Tax Commission Order? If so, what is the issue date? IF PETITIONER IS APPEALING THE UNCAPPING OF TAXABLE VALUE When was the Notice of Uncapping, if applicable, issued? Under what statutory section was the Taxable Value uncapped? IF PETITIONER IS APPEALING THE DENIAL OF A POVERTY EXEMPTION Did Petitioner request a Poverty Exemption at a BOR? If Yes, check which BOR Petitioner attended: List the date the BOR denied Petitioner’s Poverty Exemption: IF PETITIONER IS APPEALING THE DENIAL OF AN EXEMPTION OTHER THAN POVERTY, PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE, OR QUALIFIED AGRICULTURAL EXEMPTIONS Did Petitioner request the exemption at the BOR? If Yes, check which BOR Petitioner attended:
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING ORLENE HAWKS DIRECTOR Tax Year(s) denied: List the date the exemption was denied: What statutory section did Petitioner request the subject property be exempt? IF PETITIONER IS APPEALING THE CLASSIFICATION OF PROPERTY What do you believe the classification should be: Section 6: Valuation Information *Use the multiple parcel form for additional, contiguous parcels. Parcel Identification Number: 18-09-154-012 Classification of Property: Real Residential Current Assessed Value (also known as State Equalized Value) as established by the BOR: 249,000 Current Taxable Value as established by the BOR: 249,000 What do you believe is the fair market value (also known as True Cash Value)? 498,000 Multiply the True Cash Value by. 5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 249,000 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING ORLENE HAWKS DIRECTOR PROPERTY TAX APPEAL PETITION FORM VALUATION / EXEMPTION / CLASSIFICATION APPEAL MOAHR DOCKET NO. Do not use this form to appeal Principal Residence Exemption, Qualified Agricultural Exemption, Special Assessment, or Non-Property tax disputes. Pursuant to Michigan Tax Tribunal Rule (TTR) 277(3), you MUST submit a copy of the notice giving rise to the appeal (e.g. Board of Review Decision or Notice of Uncapping) with this Small Claims Petition, if applicable. If you do not submit this document, you may be held in default. Section 1: Petitioner’s Contact Information Filer Type: Individual First Name Arunshankar M.I. Last Name/Company Name Dhandayuthapany Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 2901 Birchena Crescent City or Town West Bloomfield State Michigan ZIP Code 48324 Telephone Number 248-392-4342 Fax Number E-mail Address info@mitaxappeal.com Section 2: Petitioner’s Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information First Name Steve M.I. Last Name Johnson Firm Name (if any) Michigan Tax Appeal Services Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 436 N Center St City or Town Northville State Michigan ZIP Code 48167 Telephone Number 248-392-4342 Fax Number E-mail Address info@mitaxappeal.com Section 3: 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 non-contiguous or non-adjoining parcel. Property Address (No., Street, City, ST, ZIP) [If multiple, list first property’s address] 2901 Birchena Crescent
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING ORLENE HAWKS DIRECTOR West Bloomfield Michigan 48324 Taxing Authority (City or Township) Township Of West Bloomfield (OAKLAND) County Oakland Section 4: Issues Being Appealed (check all that apply) True Cash and Taxable Value Section 5: Explain the Reason for this Appeal Assessed and taxable value exceeds 50% of market value based on 2024 purchase price of $371,434. Section 6: Jurisdictional Issues Year(s) you are appealing: 2025 Did you protest the assessment at a Board of Review (BOR)? Yes If Yes, check which BOR you attended AND upload the BOR decision: March If No, check the applicable reason(s): Did you request a Poverty Exemption at the BOR? If Yes, check which BOR considered your application AND upload the BOR decision: March July December If No, explain why: Section 7: Valuation Information *Use the multiple parcel form for additional, contiguous parcels. Parcel Identification Number: X-18-09-154-012 Classification of Property: Real Residential
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING ORLENE HAWKS DIRECTOR Current Assessed Value (also known as State Equalized Value) as established by the BOR: 249000 Current Taxable Value as established by the BOR: 249000 What do you believe is the fair market value (also known as True Cash Value)? 371434 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value (also known as State Equalized Value). 185717 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. Section 8: Classification Information *Only the MI Dep’t of Treasury may appeal this issue to the Tribunal* Parcel Identification Number: Current Classification of Property as established by Board of Review: What do you believe is the property’s classification? If improved property, how is the property currently being used? If improved property, for what use was the property designed? Fee Information Does the subject property have a Principal Residence Exemption of at least 50% as of the date of the filing of this petition? Yes Are you appealing ONLY the denial of a Poverty
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 Arunshankar Dhandayuthapany, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 25-002710 Township Of West Bloomfield, Respondent. NOTICE OF DOCKET NUMBER TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claims petition has been filed and the above-noted docket number has been assigned to that petition. The assignment of the docket number does not mean that the Tribunal has authority over the petition or that the petition complies with the Tribunal’s rules. The docket number needs to be included on all documents submitted in this case. Respondent shall file an answer to the petition within 28 days of the issuance of a copy of this Notice to Respondent. Tribunal answer forms are available on our website at www.michigan.gov/taxtrib. Respondents must utilize the appropriate answer form. Failure to file the answer within the 28-day time frame may result in the placement of Respondent in default, as provided by TTR 281. Further, an electronic copy of the petition can be reviewed by utilizing the Docket Lookup Search on the Tribunal’s website. By: __Tribunal Clerk_____ Entered: September 3, 2025 PROOF OF SERVICE I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized representatives. By: Tribunal Clerk
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 Arunshankar Dhandayuthapany, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 25-002710 Township Of West Bloomfield, Respondent. NOTICE OF DOCKET NUMBER TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claims petition has been filed and the above-noted docket number has been assigned to that petition. The assignment of the docket number does not mean that the Tribunal has authority over the petition or that the petition complies with the Tribunal’s rules. The docket number needs to be included on all documents submitted in this case. Respondent shall file an answer to the petition within 28 days of the issuance of a copy of this Notice to Respondent. Tribunal answer forms are available on our website at www.michigan.gov/taxtrib. Respondents must utilize the appropriate answer form. Failure to file the answer within the 28-day time frame may result in the placement of Respondent in default, as provided by TTR 281. Further, an electronic copy of the petition can be reviewed by utilizing the Docket Lookup Search on the Tribunal’s website. By: __Tribunal Clerk_____ Entered: September 3, 2025 PROOF OF SERVICE I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized representatives. By: Tribunal Clerk
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR PROPERTY TAX APPEAL PETITION FORM VALUATION / EXEMPTION / CLASSIFICATION APPEAL Do not use this form to appeal Principal Residence Exemption, Qualified Agricultural Exemption, Special Assessment, or Non-Property tax disputes. Pursuant to Michigan Tax Tribunal Rule (TTR) 279, you MUST submit a copy of the notice giving rise to the appeal (e.g. Board of Review Decision or Notice of Uncapping) with this Small Claims Petition, if applicable. If you do not submit this document, you may be held in default. Section 1: Petitioner's Contact Information First Name Mm. Last Name/Company Name 1] Arunshankar Dhandayuthapany Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 2901 Birchena Crescent City or Town State 2IP Code West Bloomfield MI 48324-2103 Telephone Number 248-392-4 342 E-mail Address (do not enter uniess you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) info@mitaxappeal.com Section 2: Petitioner’s Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information First Name MI Last Name Steve Johnson Firm Name (if any) Michigan Tax Appeal Services Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 436 N Center St City or Town State ZIP Code Northville MI 48167 Telephone Numer 948-392-4342 Email Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send ail correspondence via emai) info@mitaxappeal.com Section 3: Subject Property Information How many If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? parcels are you Yes* [J No appealing? “if yes, use a multiple parcel form for information regarding any contiguous parcels. 1 **if no, you must file separate appeals for each non-contiguous or non-adjoining parcel or you will be defaulted. Property Address (No., Street, City, ST, ZIP) (i multiple, list first property’s address] 2901 Birchena Crescent, West Bloomfield, MI 48324-2103 Taxing Authority (City or Township) County Charter Twp of West Bloomfield Oakland
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR Section 4: Issues Being Appealed (check ail that apply) True Cash and Taxable Value [0 Poverty Exemption [J Taxable Value Only (calculation) [0 Disabled Veterans Exemption Oa Uncapping of Taxable Value [J Eligible Manufacturing Personal Property (ESA) [J] Exemption from Taxation (other than the denial of a 0 Classification Principal Residence or Qualified Agricultural Exemption) Section 5: Explain the Reason for this Appeal Assessed and taxable value exceeds 50% of market value based on 2024 purchase price of $371,434. Section 6: Jurisdictional Issues Year(s) you are appealing: 2025 Did you protest the assessment at a Board of Review (BOR)? [M Yes [J No If Yes, check which BOR you attended AND attach the BOR decision: March a July O December 1f No, check the applicable reason(s): O Not required to attend Assessment Change Notice was not received by Petitioner O Appealing a purported Clerical Error or Mutuat Mistake of Fact (if yes, include explanation in Section 5) [mm] Appealing within 35 days of State Tax Commission Order Appealing within 35 days of receipt of Notice of Uncapping Did you request a poverty exemption at the BOR? [| Yes No If Yes, check which BOR considered your application AND attach the BOR decision: O March [] July O December if No, explain why:
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a STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR Section 7: Valuation Information “use the muitiple parcel form for additional, contiguous parcels. Parcel Identification Number: X-18-09-154-012 Classification of Property: Real Personal (check one) Agricultural Commercial Industrial Resental Timber-Cutover Developmental Utility (check
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING ORLENE HAWKS DIRECTOR PROPERTY TAX APPEAL PETITION FORM VALUATION / EXEMPTION / CLASSIFICATION APPEAL MOAHR DOCKET NO. Do not use this form to appeal Principal Residence Exemption, Qualified Agricultural Exemption, Special Assessment, or Non-Property tax disputes. Pursuant to Michigan Tax Tribunal Rule (TTR) 277(3), you MUST submit a copy of the notice giving rise to the appeal (e.g. Board of Review Decision or Notice of Uncapping) with this Small Claims Petition, if applicable. If you do not submit this document, you may be held in default. Section 1: Petitioner’s Contact Information Filer Type: Individual First Name Arunshankar M.I. Last Name/Company Name Dhandayuthapany Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 2901 Birchena Crescent City or Town West Bloomfield State Michigan ZIP Code 48324 Telephone Number 248-392-4342 Fax Number E-mail Address info@mitaxappeal.com Section 2: Petitioner’s Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information First Name Steve M.I. Last Name Johnson Firm Name (if any) Michigan Tax Appeal Services Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 436 N Center St City or Town Northville State Michigan ZIP Code 48167 Telephone Number 248-392-4342 Fax Number E-mail Address info@mitaxappeal.com Section 3: 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 non-contiguous or non-adjoining parcel. Property Address (No., Street, City, ST, ZIP) [If multiple, list first property’s address] 2901 Birchena Crescent
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING ORLENE HAWKS DIRECTOR West Bloomfield Michigan 48324 Taxing Authority (City or Township) Township Of West Bloomfield (OAKLAND) County Oakland Section 4: Issues Being Appealed (check all that apply) True Cash and Taxable Value Section 5: Explain the Reason for this Appeal Assessed and taxable value exceeds 50% of market value based on 2024 purchase price of $371,434. Section 6: Jurisdictional Issues Year(s) you are appealing: 2025 Did you protest the assessment at a Board of Review (BOR)? Yes If Yes, check which BOR you attended AND upload the BOR decision: March If No, check the applicable reason(s): Did you request a Poverty Exemption at the BOR? If Yes, check which BOR considered your application AND upload the BOR decision: March July December If No, explain why: Section 7: Valuation Information *Use the multiple parcel form for additional, contiguous parcels. Parcel Identification Number: X-18-09-154-012 Classification of Property: Real Residential
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING ORLENE HAWKS DIRECTOR Current Assessed Value (also known as State Equalized Value) as established by the BOR: 249000 Current Taxable Value as established by the BOR: 249000 What do you believe is the fair market value (also known as True Cash Value)? 371434 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value (also known as State Equalized Value). 185717 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. Section 8: Classification Information *Only the MI Dep’t of Treasury may appeal this issue to the Tribunal* Parcel Identification Number: Current Classification of Property as established by Board of Review: What do you believe is the property’s classification? If improved property, how is the property currently being used? If improved property, for what use was the property designed? Fee Information Does the subject property have a Principal Residence Exemption of at least 50% as of the date of the filing of this petition? Yes Are you appealing ONLY the denial of a Poverty
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