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Michigan
Christopher Brown Petitioner V City Of Detroit Respondent
- Petitioner
- Christopher Brown
- Respondent
- City Of Detroit
Case overview
- Docket number
- 26-002576-TT
- Status
- Answer Due
- CaseType
- SC Property
- Division
- Small Claims Division
- County
- Wayne
- Judge
- No judge assigned
Docket history
| Line # | Subject | Filer | Line Ref | Enter Date/Post Mark | Fee | Related Item |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Petition has been verified | PET | 1 | 09/22/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 3 | Notice of Docket Number SC | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/22/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 2 | Attachments to the Petition were filed | Not recorded | Not recorded | 07/09/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 1 | A petition was received. | PET | Not recorded | 07/08/2026 | $125.00 | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
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8101 MANOR MBOR RESULT.pdfRead complete document text →
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Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Avenue, Suite 105 Detroit, Michigan 48226 Phone: (313) 628-0722 Fax: (313) 224-4576 www.detroitmi.gov 04/06/2026 The Board of Review has considered the appeal filed and found there was no adjustment warranted. A Michigan Tax Tribunal appeal must be made by May 31st of the current year for properties classified as: Commercial Real, Industrial Real, Commercial Personal, Industrial Personal and Utility Personal Property. A Michigan Tax Tribunal appeal must be made by July 31st of the current year for Residential Real Property Classification. A property Classification appeal may only be made for the current year. Such appeal may be filed with the State Tax Commission, PO Box 30471, Lansing, MI 48909-7971 by June 30th of the current year. Michigan Tax Tribunal P.O. Box 30232 Lansing MI 48909 CONCLUSION: Principle Residence Exemption: The March Board of Review considered (if any) petitioner's and/or duly authorized representative evidence and/or testimony. The March Board of Review considered facts presented as on the assessment roll and/or any recommendations offered by the Office of the Assessor. 6. 7. 6. 5. 4. 3. 2. 18018523-4 1. FINDING OF FACTS: The March Board of Review has considered the appeal on the 2026 assessment for the below described property and concluded that: 02 WETLANDS LLC District: 7 P.O. BOX 5662 COMPTON CA 90224-5662 RE: MARCH BOARD OF REVIEW PETITION NUMBER: 2026 M-005778 Parcel Number: Property Address: 8101 MANOR Property Classification: 401 (RESIDENTIAL-IMPROVED) Ad Valorem Property Legal Description: Petitioner timely filed an appeal to the March Board of Review. Before Appeal After Appeal 2026 Assessed Value 11,100 11,100 2026 Taxable Value 11,100 11,100 If you are dissatisfied with the decision of the March Board of Review, submit this notice and complete the enclosed small claims form to appeal to: Sincerely, City of Detroit Board of Review W MANOR S 4.50 FT 2542 ALL OF LOT 2543 AND N 1 FT OF LOT 2544 AND E 10 FT OF VAC ALLEY ADJ ROBERT OAKMAN LAND COS AVIATION FIELD SUB NO 4 L58 P48 PLATS, W C R 18/459 25.50 X 110
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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 VALUATION / UNCAPPING APPEAL MTT DOCKET NO. Petitioner’s Contact Information: Filer Type: Individual Local Unit of Government: First Name Christopher M.I. Last Name Brown Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 14102 Forrer City or Town Detroit State Michigan ZIP Code 48227 Telephone Number 3135061134 E-mail Address midwestrealestateinvestor@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 No Property Address (No., Street) 8101 Manor City or Town Detroit County Wayne State Michigan ZIP Code 48204 Taxing Authority (City or Township) Wayne County (WAYNE) Check which of the following you are appealing: (check all that apply) True Cash and Taxable Values Taxable Value Only (calculation) Uncapping of Taxable Value Please Explain the Reason for this Appeal:
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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 The assessed value does not accurately reflect the property's actual condition or fair market value.The property's current condition significantly diminishes its market value compared to similarly assessed residential properties in the area. The property requires extensive repairs, including but not limited to: • A complete interior rehabilitation. • Replacement of exterior doors. • Replacement of windows throughout the property. • Repairs and upgrades necessary to meet applicable building and housing code requirements. • Additional improvements are required before the property can be safely occupied or marketed. Because of its condition, the property cannot command the same value as comparable homes that are habitable and in average or good condition. A prudent purchaser would factor the significant rehabilitation costs into the purchase price, resulting in a substantially lower market value. Jurisdictional Issues: Did you protest the assessment at a Board of Review? Yes If Yes, check which Board of Review you attended: March If No, please check the applicable reason(s): Year(s) Under Appeal: 0 Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal: Parcel Number: 18018523-4 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 11100 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 11100 What do you believe is the fair market value? 103000 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 51500 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value.
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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 Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature Petitioner’s Signature: /s/ Christopher Brown 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. The filing fee is based on the greater of State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention. If you are appealing more than one parcel, the parcel with the highest State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention will be used to determine your filing fee, plus $25.00 will be added for each additional parcel being appealed. Property tax appeal: Residential** Non-Residential SEV or TV in contention* Filing fee*** Filing Fee** $100,000 or less...........................................................................................$ 125.00 $250.00 $100,000.01 to $500,000.00.........................................................................$ 200.00 N/A More than $500,000…..................................................................................$ 300.00 N/A Does the subject property have a principal residence exemption of at least 50% as of the date of the filing of this petition? No
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SC_Notice_of_Docket_Number.2026-09-22_14-46-31.pdfRead complete document text →
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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 Christopher Brown, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002576 City of Detroit, 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 22, 2026 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 Christopher Brown, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002576 City of Detroit, 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 22, 2026 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 MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL Docket Number: 26-002576 Is this case currently pending in the Small Claims Division? No Party Filing Document Petitioner Files Document Type: Attachments to Petition Attachment File Name: 8101_Property_Photos Fee Information Filing Fee: $ 0.00 Payment Information Payment: $ 0.00
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Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Avenue, Suite 105 Detroit, Michigan 48226 Phone: (313) 628-0722 Fax: (313) 224-4576 www.detroitmi.gov 04/06/2026 The Board of Review has considered the appeal filed and found there was no adjustment warranted. A Michigan Tax Tribunal appeal must be made by May 31st of the current year for properties classified as: Commercial Real, Industrial Real, Commercial Personal, Industrial Personal and Utility Personal Property. A Michigan Tax Tribunal appeal must be made by July 31st of the current year for Residential Real Property Classification. A property Classification appeal may only be made for the current year. Such appeal may be filed with the State Tax Commission, PO Box 30471, Lansing, MI 48909-7971 by June 30th of the current year. Michigan Tax Tribunal P.O. Box 30232 Lansing MI 48909 CONCLUSION: Principle Residence Exemption: The March Board of Review considered (if any) petitioner's and/or duly authorized representative evidence and/or testimony. The March Board of Review considered facts presented as on the assessment roll and/or any recommendations offered by the Office of the Assessor. 6. 7. 6. 5. 4. 3. 2. 18018523-4 1. FINDING OF FACTS: The March Board of Review has considered the appeal on the 2026 assessment for the below described property and concluded that: 02 WETLANDS LLC District: 7 P.O. BOX 5662 COMPTON CA 90224-5662 RE: MARCH BOARD OF REVIEW PETITION NUMBER: 2026 M-005778 Parcel Number: Property Address: 8101 MANOR Property Classification: 401 (RESIDENTIAL-IMPROVED) Ad Valorem Property Legal Description: Petitioner timely filed an appeal to the March Board of Review. Before Appeal After Appeal 2026 Assessed Value 11,100 11,100 2026 Taxable Value 11,100 11,100 If you are dissatisfied with the decision of the March Board of Review, submit this notice and complete the enclosed small claims form to appeal to: Sincerely, City of Detroit Board of Review W MANOR S 4.50 FT 2542 ALL OF LOT 2543 AND N 1 FT OF LOT 2544 AND E 10 FT OF VAC ALLEY ADJ ROBERT OAKMAN LAND COS AVIATION FIELD SUB NO 4 L58 P48 PLATS, W C R 18/459 25.50 X 110
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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 VALUATION / UNCAPPING APPEAL MTT DOCKET NO. Petitioner’s Contact Information: Filer Type: Individual Local Unit of Government: First Name Christopher M.I. Last Name Brown Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 14102 Forrer City or Town Detroit State Michigan ZIP Code 48227 Telephone Number 3135061134 E-mail Address midwestrealestateinvestor@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 No Property Address (No., Street) 8101 Manor City or Town Detroit County Wayne State Michigan ZIP Code 48204 Taxing Authority (City or Township) Wayne County (WAYNE) Check which of the following you are appealing: (check all that apply) True Cash and Taxable Values Taxable Value Only (calculation) Uncapping of Taxable Value Please Explain the Reason for this Appeal:
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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 The assessed value does not accurately reflect the property's actual condition or fair market value.The property's current condition significantly diminishes its market value compared to similarly assessed residential properties in the area. The property requires extensive repairs, including but not limited to: • A complete interior rehabilitation. • Replacement of exterior doors. • Replacement of windows throughout the property. • Repairs and upgrades necessary to meet applicable building and housing code requirements. • Additional improvements are required before the property can be safely occupied or marketed. Because of its condition, the property cannot command the same value as comparable homes that are habitable and in average or good condition. A prudent purchaser would factor the significant rehabilitation costs into the purchase price, resulting in a substantially lower market value. Jurisdictional Issues: Did you protest the assessment at a Board of Review? Yes If Yes, check which Board of Review you attended: March If No, please check the applicable reason(s): Year(s) Under Appeal: 0 Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal: Parcel Number: 18018523-4 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 11100 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 11100 What do you believe is the fair market value? 103000 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 51500 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value.
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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 Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature Petitioner’s Signature: /s/ Christopher Brown 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. The filing fee is based on the greater of State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention. If you are appealing more than one parcel, the parcel with the highest State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention will be used to determine your filing fee, plus $25.00 will be added for each additional parcel being appealed. Property tax appeal: Residential** Non-Residential SEV or TV in contention* Filing fee*** Filing Fee** $100,000 or less...........................................................................................$ 125.00 $250.00 $100,000.01 to $500,000.00.........................................................................$ 200.00 N/A More than $500,000…..................................................................................$ 300.00 N/A Does the subject property have a principal residence exemption of at least 50% as of the date of the filing of this petition? No
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