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Fox's Mackinaw City LLC Petitioner V Township Of Bear Creek Respondent
- Petitioner
- Fox's Mackinaw City LLC
- Respondent
- Township Of Bear Creek
Case overview
- Docket number
- 26-002874-TT
- Status
- Answer Due
- CaseType
- SC Property
- Division
- Small Claims Division
- County
- Emmet
- 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 | 10/06/2026 | 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 | 10/06/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 2 | Proof of service of petition was received. | Not recorded | Not recorded | 07/30/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 1 | A petition was received. | PET | Not recorded | 07/29/2026 | $300.00 | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
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THOMAS A. BASIL, JR. ROBERT C. MILLER SCOT C. PUTZIG ANDREW J. BALZER MAXSON J. FREDERICK BAILEE G. MCGRAW ; Shinners & Cook ra Attorneys and Counselors for Business. People Rebecca SalB. Wilt cP March 4, 2026 VIA FEDEX AND EMAIL Bear Creek Township Assessing Office assessing@bearcreektownshipmi.gov Attn: March Board of Review 373 N. Division Rd. Petoskey, Michigan 49770 Re: ~~ Written Appeal of Property Taxes to March Board of Review — Parcel: 24-01-16-25-327-110 Dear March Board of Review: My Firm represents Fox’s Mackinaw City LLC, the owner of the real property located at 4966 Monarch Way, Petoskey, Michigan 49770 with Parcel ID# 24-01-16-25-327-110 (“the Property”). As indicated in the attached Petition, my client believes the Property is significantly over assessed. The structure on the Property amounts to a big garage with three bedrooms designed for parking an RV. Nor does the Property have significant land as it is only 1.19 acres in size. The Property is currently being assessed dramatically higher than any neighboring and similar properties. No appraisal can support such a high assessment. Please accept this written Petition in lieu of an in-person appeal. Please send your decision to the undersigned at 5195 Hampton Place, Saginaw, Michigan 48604, Attn: Andrew J. Balzer. Sincerely, SHINNERS & COOK, P.C. BY: ANDREW tz: Attorneys at Law AJB\235-22-6 Enclosures 5195 Hampton Place Saginaw, MI 48604-9576 * 989-799-5000 * www.shinnerscook.com
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Michigan Department of Treasury 618 (Rev. 12-25) Petition to Board of Review L-4035 This form is issued under the authority of P.A. 206 of 1893, as amended. Filing is voluntary; however, you may not appeal to the Michigan Tax Tribunal unless you first protest to the Board of Review, except when the property is classified as commercial real, industrial real, or developmental real. You may not appeal property classification to the State Tax Commission unless you first protest to the Board of Review. TO BE COMPLETED BY OWNER OR OWNER’S AGENT Owner's Name (Please Print or Type) Petitioner's Name (If Other than Owner. Please Print or Type) Fox's Mackinaw City LLC Township or City County Year of Appeal Bear Creek Township Emmet 2026 The undersigned protests the assessed value and/or the tentative taxable value and/or the property classification and/or the qualified agricultural property exemption of the following described property: Property Identified (Parcel code required. Property address and legal description optional.) 24-01-16-25-327-110 4966 Monarch Way, Petoskey, MI 49770 Monarch Condo, Plan #381. Unit 10. Section 25, T35N, R5W. Protested Item: Assessed Value J Tentative ] Taxable Status ] Classification [] Qualified Agricultural Taxable Value (exemption) Property Exemption 1, PROTEST OF ASSESSMENT Complete this section for a protest of assessed value, including assessed value changes associated with exempt status and denied or late filed personal property forms. Assessed Value Owner's Estimate of True Cash Value (Market Value) $1,359,700 $1,400,000 2. PROTEST OF TAXABLE VALUE Complete this section for a protest of Taxable Value. Reason: ] Value of Losses [] Value of Additions J] Poverty Exemption ] Uncapping % 3. PROTEST OF CLASSIFICATION Complete this section for a request to change the classification. The Board of Review must make their decision regarding classification in accordance with Section 211.34c of the Michigan Compiled Laws. The Board of Review shall not be influenced by the effect that a particular classification has on that property's status as a homeowner's principal residence or qualified agricultural property.) Classification of property on this year's assessment roll Classification should be (check one of the following): ] Agricultural [] Industrial ] Timber Cutover [J] Utility (Personal Property Only) ] Commercial J Residential [] Developmental 4. PROTEST OF EXEMPTION FOR QUALIFIED AGRICULTURAL PROPERTY If the assessor has denied or changed the percentage of the exemption from the 18 mills of local school operating tax for qualified agricultural proper- ty, the owner may appeal this action to the March Board of Review. THE BOARD OF REVIEW HAS NO AUTHORITY TO CONSIDER OR ACT UPON THE EXEMPTION FROM THE 18 SCHOOL OPERATING MILLS FOR HOMEOWNER'S PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE PROPERTIES.) Percent qualified agricultural exemption granted by assessor (Enter 0 if exemption Percent qualified agricultural exemption requested by owner (Enter 100 if full denied) exemption requested) REASON FOR PROTEST State reason(s) for protest of assessed value and/or the tentative taxable value and/or taxable status and/or classification and/or qualified agricultural property exemption A true cash value of more than $2,700,000 is unrealistic based on the simplicity of the property being appealed. It is essentially a big garage with three bedrooms, designed to allow RV parking. Further, the property is only 1.19 acres in size. The property is assessed significantly higher than any neighboring properties. Neither an assessment nor an appraisal can support such a high valuation. Petitioner swapped land with another property owner, and little to no money changed hands. CERTIFICATION =U Ww TEah (78295) Date Phone Number 3/4/2026 (989) 799-5000 Address 14 [Z4 5195 Hampton Place, Saginaw, Michigan 48604
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618, Page 2 FOR BOARD OF REVIEW USE ONLY INSTRUCTIONS: Incorporate a copy of this form and the assigned number in the Board of Review minutes Parcel Code Petition Number 2090- M- DOA : _ |_4- 0-14-25 -327-110 ASSESSED.VALUE 1. by Board of Review. The Board of Review Trust state The reason for ts action below. Disposition | 1] to [ v4] Denied O Assessed Value Changed From [ Record of Vote— Board or three-member committee of board a Initials Chairperson: ARCS Cine Rem Member: Aes One HY)Initial: Member: ves [Ono - Initials Reason for Board Action ftavided.
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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 / UNCAPPING APPEAL MTT DOCKET NO. Petitioner’s Contact Information: Filer Type: Local Unit of Government: Organization First Name M.I. Last Name Fox's Mackinaw City LLC Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 5195 Hampton Place City or Town State ZIP Code Saginaw Michigan 48604 Telephone Number 9897995000 E-mail Address abalzer@shinnerscook.com Petitioner’s Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information, if any: First Name M.I. Last Name Andrew Balzer Firm Name (if any) Shinners & Cook, P.C. Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 5195 Hampton Place City or Town State ZIP Code Saginaw Michigan 48604 Telephone Number 989-799-5000 E-mail Address abalzer@shinnerscook.com Subject Property Information: How many parcels are you appealing? If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? 1 *If no, you must file separate appeals for each parcel N/A Property Address (No., Street) 4966 Monarch Way 1 of 3
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR City or Town County State ZIP Code Petoskey Emmet Michigan 49770 Taxing Authority (City or Township) Township Of Bear Creek (EMMET) Check which of the following you are appealing: (check all that apply) True Cash and Taxable Values Please Explain the Reason for this Appeal: A True Cash Value of more than $2,700,000 is unrealistic based on the simplicity of the Subject Property. The Subject Property is essentially a big garage with three bedrooms, designed to allow an RV to be parked in the garage. Further, the Subject Property is only 1.19 acres in size. The Subject Property is assessed significantly higher than any neighboring properties. Neither an assessment nor an appraisal can support such a high valuation. Petitioner appeals the True Cash Value, the Assessed/SEV Value, and the Taxable Value for the Subject Property. 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: 2026 Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal: Parcel Number: 24-01-16-25-327-110 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 1359700 2 of 3
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 1359700 What do you believe is the fair market value? 1400000 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 700000 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 700000 Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature Petitioner’s Signature: /s/ Andrew J. Balzer 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 3 of 3
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR Fox's Mackinaw City LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002874 Township Of Bear Creek, 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: October 6, 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 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 DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR Fox's Mackinaw City LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002874 Township Of Bear Creek, 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: October 6, 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 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 DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL FOX’S MACKINAW CITY, LLC, Petitioner, MTT Dockett No. 26-002874-TT Parcel No. 24-01-16-25-327-110 v TOWNSHIP OF BEAR CREEK, Respondent. SHINNERS & COOK, P.C. BY: ANDREW J. BALZER (P82952) BAILEE G. McGRAW (P87853) Attorneys for Petitioner 5195 Hampton Place Saginaw, Michigan 48604-9576 Telephone: (989) 799-5000 abalzer@shinnerscook.com bmegraw@shinnerscook.com PROOF OF SERVICE I, PAMELA SUE SCHLAGEL, declare that I am employed in the County of Saginaw, State of Michigan; I am over the age of 18 and not a party to the within action; my business address is 5195 Hampton Place, Saginaw, Michigan, 48604, and that the following facts are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief: On July 30, 2026, the foregoing documents described as: Letter to Bear Creek Twp. Assessing Office dated March 4, 2026, along with enclosures; Sl Petition to Tax Tribunal; and Tax Docket Lookup dated 7/29/26. anos Proof of Service dated 7/30/26. was served via First Class/email as follows upon: Bear Creek Twp Assessing Office Attn: March Board of Review 373 N. Division Rd. Petoskey, Michigan 49770 assessing(@bearcreektownshipmi.gov Dated: July 30, 2026 J J. A Au oa bY PAMELA SUE SCHLAGEL
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL Docket Number: 26-002874 Is this case currently pending in the Small Claims Division? Yes Party Filing Document Petitioner Files Document Type: Proof of Service: Petition Attachment File Name: POS - PSS 7.30.26 (Petition to Tax Tribunal et al) Fee Information Filing Fee: $ 0.00 Payment Information Payment: $ 0.00 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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THOMAS A. BASIL, JR. ROBERT C. MILLER SCOT C. PUTZIG ANDREW J. BALZER MAXSON J. FREDERICK BAILEE G. MCGRAW ; Shinners & Cook ra Attorneys and Counselors for Business. People Rebecca SalB. Wilt cP March 4, 2026 VIA FEDEX AND EMAIL Bear Creek Township Assessing Office assessing@bearcreektownshipmi.gov Attn: March Board of Review 373 N. Division Rd. Petoskey, Michigan 49770 Re: ~~ Written Appeal of Property Taxes to March Board of Review — Parcel: 24-01-16-25-327-110 Dear March Board of Review: My Firm represents Fox’s Mackinaw City LLC, the owner of the real property located at 4966 Monarch Way, Petoskey, Michigan 49770 with Parcel ID# 24-01-16-25-327-110 (“the Property”). As indicated in the attached Petition, my client believes the Property is significantly over assessed. The structure on the Property amounts to a big garage with three bedrooms designed for parking an RV. Nor does the Property have significant land as it is only 1.19 acres in size. The Property is currently being assessed dramatically higher than any neighboring and similar properties. No appraisal can support such a high assessment. Please accept this written Petition in lieu of an in-person appeal. Please send your decision to the undersigned at 5195 Hampton Place, Saginaw, Michigan 48604, Attn: Andrew J. Balzer. Sincerely, SHINNERS & COOK, P.C. BY: ANDREW tz: Attorneys at Law AJB\235-22-6 Enclosures 5195 Hampton Place Saginaw, MI 48604-9576 * 989-799-5000 * www.shinnerscook.com
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Michigan Department of Treasury 618 (Rev. 12-25) Petition to Board of Review L-4035 This form is issued under the authority of P.A. 206 of 1893, as amended. Filing is voluntary; however, you may not appeal to the Michigan Tax Tribunal unless you first protest to the Board of Review, except when the property is classified as commercial real, industrial real, or developmental real. You may not appeal property classification to the State Tax Commission unless you first protest to the Board of Review. TO BE COMPLETED BY OWNER OR OWNER’S AGENT Owner's Name (Please Print or Type) Petitioner's Name (If Other than Owner. Please Print or Type) Fox's Mackinaw City LLC Township or City County Year of Appeal Bear Creek Township Emmet 2026 The undersigned protests the assessed value and/or the tentative taxable value and/or the property classification and/or the qualified agricultural property exemption of the following described property: Property Identified (Parcel code required. Property address and legal description optional.) 24-01-16-25-327-110 4966 Monarch Way, Petoskey, MI 49770 Monarch Condo, Plan #381. Unit 10. Section 25, T35N, R5W. Protested Item: Assessed Value J Tentative ] Taxable Status ] Classification [] Qualified Agricultural Taxable Value (exemption) Property Exemption 1, PROTEST OF ASSESSMENT Complete this section for a protest of assessed value, including assessed value changes associated with exempt status and denied or late filed personal property forms. Assessed Value Owner's Estimate of True Cash Value (Market Value) $1,359,700 $1,400,000 2. PROTEST OF TAXABLE VALUE Complete this section for a protest of Taxable Value. Reason: ] Value of Losses [] Value of Additions J] Poverty Exemption ] Uncapping % 3. PROTEST OF CLASSIFICATION Complete this section for a request to change the classification. The Board of Review must make their decision regarding classification in accordance with Section 211.34c of the Michigan Compiled Laws. The Board of Review shall not be influenced by the effect that a particular classification has on that property's status as a homeowner's principal residence or qualified agricultural property.) Classification of property on this year's assessment roll Classification should be (check one of the following): ] Agricultural [] Industrial ] Timber Cutover [J] Utility (Personal Property Only) ] Commercial J Residential [] Developmental 4. PROTEST OF EXEMPTION FOR QUALIFIED AGRICULTURAL PROPERTY If the assessor has denied or changed the percentage of the exemption from the 18 mills of local school operating tax for qualified agricultural proper- ty, the owner may appeal this action to the March Board of Review. THE BOARD OF REVIEW HAS NO AUTHORITY TO CONSIDER OR ACT UPON THE EXEMPTION FROM THE 18 SCHOOL OPERATING MILLS FOR HOMEOWNER'S PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE PROPERTIES.) Percent qualified agricultural exemption granted by assessor (Enter 0 if exemption Percent qualified agricultural exemption requested by owner (Enter 100 if full denied) exemption requested) REASON FOR PROTEST State reason(s) for protest of assessed value and/or the tentative taxable value and/or taxable status and/or classification and/or qualified agricultural property exemption A true cash value of more than $2,700,000 is unrealistic based on the simplicity of the property being appealed. It is essentially a big garage with three bedrooms, designed to allow RV parking. Further, the property is only 1.19 acres in size. The property is assessed significantly higher than any neighboring properties. Neither an assessment nor an appraisal can support such a high valuation. Petitioner swapped land with another property owner, and little to no money changed hands. CERTIFICATION =U Ww TEah (78295) Date Phone Number 3/4/2026 (989) 799-5000 Address 14 [Z4 5195 Hampton Place, Saginaw, Michigan 48604
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618, Page 2 FOR BOARD OF REVIEW USE ONLY INSTRUCTIONS: Incorporate a copy of this form and the assigned number in the Board of Review minutes Parcel Code Petition Number 2090- M- DOA : _ |_4- 0-14-25 -327-110 ASSESSED.VALUE 1. by Board of Review. The Board of Review Trust state The reason for ts action below. Disposition | 1] to [ v4] Denied O Assessed Value Changed From [ Record of Vote— Board or three-member committee of board a Initials Chairperson: ARCS Cine Rem Member: Aes One HY)Initial: Member: ves [Ono - Initials Reason for Board Action ftavided.
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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 / UNCAPPING APPEAL MTT DOCKET NO. Petitioner’s Contact Information: Filer Type: Local Unit of Government: Organization First Name M.I. Last Name Fox's Mackinaw City LLC Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 5195 Hampton Place City or Town State ZIP Code Saginaw Michigan 48604 Telephone Number 9897995000 E-mail Address abalzer@shinnerscook.com Petitioner’s Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information, if any: First Name M.I. Last Name Andrew Balzer Firm Name (if any) Shinners & Cook, P.C. Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 5195 Hampton Place City or Town State ZIP Code Saginaw Michigan 48604 Telephone Number 989-799-5000 E-mail Address abalzer@shinnerscook.com Subject Property Information: How many parcels are you appealing? If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? 1 *If no, you must file separate appeals for each parcel N/A Property Address (No., Street) 4966 Monarch Way 1 of 3
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR City or Town County State ZIP Code Petoskey Emmet Michigan 49770 Taxing Authority (City or Township) Township Of Bear Creek (EMMET) Check which of the following you are appealing: (check all that apply) True Cash and Taxable Values Please Explain the Reason for this Appeal: A True Cash Value of more than $2,700,000 is unrealistic based on the simplicity of the Subject Property. The Subject Property is essentially a big garage with three bedrooms, designed to allow an RV to be parked in the garage. Further, the Subject Property is only 1.19 acres in size. The Subject Property is assessed significantly higher than any neighboring properties. Neither an assessment nor an appraisal can support such a high valuation. Petitioner appeals the True Cash Value, the Assessed/SEV Value, and the Taxable Value for the Subject Property. 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: 2026 Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal: Parcel Number: 24-01-16-25-327-110 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 1359700 2 of 3
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 1359700 What do you believe is the fair market value? 1400000 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 700000 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 700000 Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature Petitioner’s Signature: /s/ Andrew J. Balzer 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 3 of 3
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