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George Barbu Petitioner V Township Of Bloomfield Respondent
- Petitioner
- George Barbu
- Respondent
- Township Of Bloomfield
Case overview
- Docket number
- 26-002397-TT
- Status
- Answer Due
- CaseType
- SC Property
- Division
- Small Claims Division
- County
- Oakland
- 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 | 09/16/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 3 | Notice of Docket Number SC | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/16/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 2 | Attachments to the Petition were filed | PET | Not recorded | 06/22/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 1 | A petition was received. | PET | Not recorded | 06/22/2026 | $0.00 | Download |
Documents
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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 George M.I. Last Name Barbu Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 420 Lahser Rd City or Town Bloomfield Hills State Michigan ZIP Code 48301 Telephone Number (734) 788-8597 E-mail Address gibarbu45@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 N/A Property Address (No., Street) 420 Lahser Road City or Town Bloomfield Hills County Oakland State Michigan ZIP Code 48301 Taxing Authority (City or Township) Township Of Bloomfield (OAKLAND) Check which of the following you are appealing: (check all that apply) True Cash and Taxable Values 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 exceeds the property’s market value. The current State Equalized Value of $460,210 implies a market value of approximately $920,420, which is not supported by comparable sales or Bloomfield Township's own valuation records. Bloomfield Townships BS&A property record estimates a True Cash Value of approximately $752,066, and the comparable sales submitted support a market value in the mid-$700,000 range. Petitioners therefore request a 2026 True Cash Value of $752,000 and corresponding State Equalized Value of $376,000. Supporting documentation is attached. 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: C-19-27-351-003 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 460210 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 412880 What do you believe is the fair market value? 752000 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 376000 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature
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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 Petitioner’s Signature: /s/ George Barbu 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? Yes
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SC_Notice_of_Docket_Number.2026-09-16_06-56-55.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 George Barbu, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002397 Township Of 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 16, 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 George Barbu, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002397 Township Of 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 16, 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 George Barbu, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002397 Township Of 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 16, 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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MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION 2026 PROPERTY TAX APPEAL Property Address: 420 Lahser Rd Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301 Parcel Number: C-19-27-351-003 Petitioners: George I. Barbu & Maria Barbu Respondent: Bloomfield Township SUMMARY OF APPEAL The March 2026 Board of Review reduced the State Equalized Value (SEV) of the subject property from $495,150 to $460,210. While Petitioners appreciate the Board’s adjustment, the revised SEV still implies a market value of approximately $920,420. Petitioners respectfully submit that this value exceeds both: • Comparable sales evidence within Bloomfield Township; • Bloomfield Township’s own estimated True Cash Value (TCV) of approximately $752,066; and • Current market activity for comparable ranch-style homes. The evidence submitted demonstrates that the subject property’s market value is more accurately reflected by a True Cash Value of approximately $752,000. Accordingly, Petitioners request that the Tribunal: • Establish a True Cash Value of $752,000; • Establish a corresponding State Equalized Value of $376,000; and • Adjust the Taxable Value accordingly. Submitted in support of Petitioners’ appeal for the 2026 tax year. Respectfully submitted, George I. Barbu and Maria Barbu 420 Lahser Rd Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301
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MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION NARRATIVE STATEMENT IN SUPPORT OF PETITION Property Address: 420 Lahser Rd Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301 Parcel Number: C-19-27-351-003 Petitioners: George I. Barbu & Maria Barbu Respondent: Bloomfield Township I. INTRODUCTION Petitioners respectfully request review of the 2026 assessment for the subject property. The March 2026 Board of Review reduced the State Equalized Value from $495,150 to $460,210. While Petitioners appreciate the reduction, the revised SEV still implies a market value of approximately $920,420. Petitioners submit that this value remains above market-supported value. Based on comparable sales, Township valuation records, and recent 2025–2026 ranch sales, Petitioners request a 2026 True Cash Value of $752,000 and corresponding SEV of $376,000. II. SUBJECT PROPERTY The subject property is a single-family ranch residence located at 420 Lahser Rd. Key characteristics: • Year built: 1952 • Total living area: approximately 2,422 sq ft • Lot size: approximately 0.398 acres • Remodeled and expanded in 2024 • Effective age shown by Township: 14 years • Township estimated TCV: approximately $752,066
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III. BOARD OF REVIEW ADJUSTMENT The Board of Review reduced the SEV from $495,150 to $460,210. The revised SEV implies: $460,210 × 2 = $920,420 Petitioners submit that this remains materially above market-supported value. IV. COMPARABLE SALES EVIDENCE Primary comparable sales previously submitted: • 1257 Charrington Rd – $650,000 • 1490 Charrington Rd – $725,000 • 6151 Golfview Dr – $780,000 Additional recent market evidence: • 125 S Cranbrook Cross Rd sold October 8, 2025 for $580,000. It is a remodeled 1959 ranch with 1,820 sq ft, 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, and a 15,682 sq ft lot. • 580 S Cranbrook Rd sold April 2, 2026 for $475,000. It is a 1957 ranch with 1,306 sq ft, 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, and a 10,019 sq ft lot. • 174 Hillboro Dr sold April 27, 2026 for $895,000 and is treated as a superior upper-bound indicator. The recent 2025–2026 sales show that remodeled or updated ranch-style homes in the subject market are not supporting a value near $920,420. Even the superior Hillboro sale closed below the current implied value of the subject property. V. TOWNSHIP VALUATION RECORD Bloomfield Township’s own BS&A property record identifies an estimated True Cash Value of approximately $752,066. This is substantially below the $920,420 market value implied by the post-Board of Review SEV.
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Petitioners respectfully submit that the Township’s own BS&A property record estimates a True Cash Value of approximately $752,066, which is substantially below the market value implied by the post-Board of Review assessment. VI. ECF AND EFFECTIVE AGE OBSERVATION The Township record shows the subject property has an effective age of 14 years, meaning the Township has already recognized the 2024 remodeling and addition. The subject property is also assigned to ECF Area 27150 Ranches. The Township’s ECF study shows this ECF area is based on a single sale, 3624 Tuckahoe Rd, producing an ECF of 2.58758. Petitioners do not challenge the Township’s use of approved assessing methodology. However, when a cost-model result produces an implied value materially above actual market sales and the Township’s own estimated TCV, the sales comparison approach should be given greater weight. VII. VALUE CONCLUSION The evidence supports the following: • Board of Review already reduced the original assessment. • Current SEV still implies approximately $920,420 in market value. • Township’s own estimated TCV is approximately $752,066. • Recent 2025–2026 ranch sales support values below the current implied assessment. • Even the superior Hillboro sale closed below the current implied value. Petitioners respectfully request that the Tribunal establish: True Cash Value: $752,000 State Equalized Value: $376,000 Taxable Value: Adjusted accordingly Respectfully submitted, George I. Barbu Maria Barbu 420 Lahser Rd Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301
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EXHIBIT 1 BOARD OF REVIEW DECISION
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EXHIBIT 2 BS&A PROPERTY RECORD (Refer TCV from township on page 3)
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General Information for Tax Year 2026 A Property Class 401 RESIDENTIAL-IMPKGVED School District BIRMINGHAM CITY SCHOOL DIST IT POST TT — x WBpradpttaiuing to use thivowelastdispyagree to the . User Alpha 3 No Data to Display Historical District No User Alpha 2 No Data to Display Unit C Township of Bloomfield Assessed Value $460,210 Taxable Value $412,880 State Equalized Value $460,210 Date of Last Name Change 12/02/2020 Notes Not
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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 George M.I. Last Name Barbu Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 420 Lahser Rd City or Town Bloomfield Hills State Michigan ZIP Code 48301 Telephone Number (734) 788-8597 E-mail Address gibarbu45@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 N/A Property Address (No., Street) 420 Lahser Road City or Town Bloomfield Hills County Oakland State Michigan ZIP Code 48301 Taxing Authority (City or Township) Township Of Bloomfield (OAKLAND) Check which of the following you are appealing: (check all that apply) True Cash and Taxable Values 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 exceeds the property’s market value. The current State Equalized Value of $460,210 implies a market value of approximately $920,420, which is not supported by comparable sales or Bloomfield Township's own valuation records. Bloomfield Townships BS&A property record estimates a True Cash Value of approximately $752,066, and the comparable sales submitted support a market value in the mid-$700,000 range. Petitioners therefore request a 2026 True Cash Value of $752,000 and corresponding State Equalized Value of $376,000. Supporting documentation is attached. 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: C-19-27-351-003 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 460210 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 412880 What do you believe is the fair market value? 752000 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 376000 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature
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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 Petitioner’s Signature: /s/ George Barbu 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? Yes
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