Greg J Steinsdoerfer Petitioner V City Of Portage Respondent
- Petitioner
- Greg J Steinsdoerfer
- Respondent
- City Of Portage
Case overview
- Docket number
- 26-002835-TT
- Status
- Answer Due
- CaseType
- SC Property
- Division
- Small Claims Division
- County
- Kalamazoo
- Judge
- No judge assigned
Docket history
| Line # | Subject | Filer | Line Ref | Enter Date/Post Mark | Fee | Related Item |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | Proof of Service of Misc Documents was received. | Not recorded | Not recorded | 10/16/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 11 | Answer was received | RESP | Not recorded | 10/16/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 10 | Order of Partial Dismissal | Not recorded | Not recorded | 10/06/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 9 | 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 |
| 8 | Notice of Docket Number SC | Not recorded | Not recorded | 10/06/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 7 | Documentation | PET | Not recorded | 08/03/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 6 | Documentation | PET | Not recorded | 08/03/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 5 | Documentation | PET | Not recorded | 08/03/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 4 | Documentation | PET | Not recorded | 08/03/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 3 | Documentation | PET | Not recorded | 08/03/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 2 | Documentation | PET | Not recorded | 08/03/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 1 | A petition was received. | PET | Not recorded | 07/28/2026 | $0.00 | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
Documents
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WEA ASSESSING Providing A na Sarvicas T) Michi *** PROOF OF SERVICE *** The undersigned being first duly sworn, deposes and says that she, Venus Buller, emailed the Petitioner a copy of the following documents: Date: 10/16/2026 Docket Number: 26-002835 Document(s): Answer, Record Cards, Valuation Report Response e-filed to: Michigan Tax Tribunal - Small Claims Division PO Box 30232 Lansing, MI 48909 Petitioner/Agent: Greg Steinsdoerfer 5116 Mapleridge Dr Portage, MI 49024 gregsteinsdoerfer@gmail.com Vivo wl. Bull Venus M Buller City of Portage Authorized Representative (For Notary Use) Subscribed and VAAN me by Venus Buller on October 16, 2026 FA. AARON CARL THIEL Notary public, State of Michigan County of Kalamazoo My commission expires 23-Aug-2029 Acting in the Geunity &f d too
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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: 26-002835 Is this case currently pending in the Small Claims Division? Yes Party Filing Document Respondent Files Document Type: Proof of Service: Misc Documents Attachment File Name: Proof of Service 26-002835 Fee Information Filing Fee: $ 0.00 Payment Information Payment: $ 0.00
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*** Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed*** KALAMAZOO County: CITY OF PORTAGE Jurisdiction: Printed on Parcel Number: 39-10-00940-084-O 104,691C 150,900 129,400 21,500 2023 109,925C 160,100 136,400 23,700 2024 113,332C 192,400 169,000 23,400 2025 187,500S 187,500M 197,500 170,200 27,300 2026 Taxable Value Tribunal/ Other Board of Review Assessed Value Building Value Land Value Year Work Description for Permit 10-647, Issued 11/02/2010: FURNACE AND AC ADDED A/C FOR 2011. KB Land Improvement Cost Estimates Description Rate Size % Good Cash Value D/W/P: 3.5 Concrete 7.58 700 62 3,290 Wood Frame 41.07 81 50 1,663 Total Estimated Land Improvements True Cash Value = 4,953 * Factors * Description Frontage Depth Front Depth Rate %Adj. Reason Value 2SF03 90.00 127.00 1.0801 0.8899 630 100 54,500 90 Actual Front Feet, 0.26 Total Acres Total Est. Land Value = 54,500 Land Value Estimates for Land Table 401NW.RES NORTH WEST EW 07/02/2013 REINSPECTI Who When What Level Rolling Low High Landscaped Swamp Wooded Pond Waterfront Ravine Wetland Flood Plain X X Topography of Site Dirt Road Gravel Road Paved Road Storm Sewer Sidewalk Water Sewer Electric Gas Curb Street Lights Standard Utilities Underground Utils. X X X X X X X X X Public Improvements Vacant Improved X The Equalizer. Copyright (c) 1999 - 2009. Licensed To: City of Portage, County of Kalamazoo, Michigan Comments/Influences BRONSON BLVD VILLAGE LOT 84 Tax Description STEINSDOERFER, GREG & MELISSA 5116 MAPLERIDGE DR PORTAGE MI 49024 Owner's Name/Address 5116 MAPLERIDGE DR Property Address 2026 Est TCV 395,027 TCV/TFA: 141.18 REALTYPE: SINGLE FAMILY P.R.E. 100% 01/23/2025 COMPLETE 10-647 11/02/2010 RES-MAINT School: PORTAGE PUBLIC SCHOOLS Status Number Date Building Permit(s) Zoning: R-1C Class: RESIDENTIAL-IMPROV 0.0 OTHER 2018-015333 21-NOT USED/OTHER QC 12/02/2004 0 VAN DEN BRINK, PAUL L VANDENBRINK, PAUL & KATHLE 0.0 PROPERTY TRANSFER 21-NOT USED/OTHER WD 12/02/2004 0 VANDENBRINK, PAUL & KATHLE VANDENBRINK, P L & K R 100.0 PROPERTY TRANSFER 2025-000744 19-MULTI PARCEL ARM'S LEN WD 01/03/2025 375,000 STEINSDOERFER, GREG & MELI VAN DEN BRINK, PAUL L Prcnt. Trans. Verified By Liber & Page Terms of Sale Inst. Type Sale Date Sale Price Grantee Grantor 10/16/2026
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*** Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed*** Parcel Number: 39-10-00940-084-O Printed on 10/16/2026
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Class: BC Effec. Age: 38 Floor Area: 2,798 Total Base New : 536,952 E.C.F. Total Depr Cost: 332,911 X 1.008 Estimated T.C.V: 335,574 Cost Est. for Res. Bldg: 1 Single Family TWO-STORY Cls BC Blt 1964 (11) Heating System: Forced Heat & Cool Ground Area = 1450 SF Floor Area = 2798 SF. Phy/Ab.Phy/Func/Econ/Comb. % Good=62/100/100/100/62 Building Areas Stories Exterior Foundation Size Cost New Depr. Cost 2 Story Siding Basement 1,348 1 Story Siding Basement 90 1 Story Siding Crawl Space 12 Total: 448,011 277,767 Other Additions/Adjustments Recreation Room 348 9,330 5,785 Exterior Brick Veneer 392 7,742 4,800 Basement, Outside Entrance, Above Grade 1 2,525 1,565 Plumbing 3 Fixture Bath 1 6,585 4,083 2 Fixture Bath 1 4,412 2,735 Extra Sink 1 1,357 841 Vent Fan 2 698 433 Porches CCP (1 Story) 100 3,788 2,349 4in Concrete 300 3,075 1,906 Deck Treated Wood 379 6,435 3,990 Garages Class: BC Exterior: Siding Foundation: 42 Inch (Unfinished) Base Cost 486 27,546 17,079 Common Wall: 1 Wall 1 -3,005 -1,863 Door Opener 1 659 409 <<<<< Calculations too long. See Valuation printout
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR PROPERTY TAX APPEAL ANSWER FORM VALUATION / UNCAPPING APPEAL MTT DOCKET NO. 26-002835 Respondent’s Contact Information: Filer Type: Local Unit of Government Local Unit of Government: City Of Portage (KALAMAZOO) First Name M.I. Last Name Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) City or Town State ZIP Code Telephone Number E-mail Address Respondent’s Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information, if any: First Name Venus M.I. Last Name Buller Firm Name (if any) WCA Assessing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 7900 S Westnedge Ave City or Town Portage State Michigan ZIP Code 49002 Telephone Number 2693294433 E-mail Address assessingdept@portagemi.gov Subject Property Information: Are the parcels listed by Petitioner contiguous or adjoining? If no, list all parcels that are adjoining in separate groupings. *If necessary, attach a separate sheet. Yes Does the subject property have a principal residence exemption of 50% or more? Yes
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR Please Explain Your Answer to this Appeal: The State Equalized Value (SEV) and Taxable Value represents 50% of Fair Market Value, and all values in the City of Portage have been uniformly assessed. Jurisdictional Issues: IF PETITIONER IS APPEALING THE TRUE CASH AND/OR TAXABLE VALUES: Did Petitioner protest the assessment at a Board of Review? Yes If Yes, check which Board of Review Petitioner attended: March If No, was the Notice of Assessment properly sent to Petitioner prior to the March Board of Review? *Submit a copy of the Notice of Assessment with the Answer. If the July or December Board of Review revised the assessment(s) at issue, did it have authority? If yes, please 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, please explain Is Petitioner appealing from a State Tax Commission Order? No If yes, when was it issued? IF PETITIONER IS APPEALING THE UNCAPPING OF TAXABLE VALUE: When was the Notice of Uncapping issued? Under what statutory section was the taxable value uncapped?
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR Valuation Information: Parcel Identification Number: 00940-084-O Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 187500 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 187500 What do you believe is the fair market value? 375000 What do you believe is the taxable value? 187500 Valuation Information: Parcel Identification Number: 07740-007-O Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 28100 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 28100 What do you believe is the fair market value? 56200 What do you believe is the taxable value? 28100 Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature Respondent’s Signature: /s/ Venus M Buller Attorney or Authorized Agent’s Signature: /s/
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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 Greg J Steinsdoerfer, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002835 City Of Portage, Respondent. ORDER OF PARTIAL DISMISSAL The Tribunal has reviewed the file in the above-captioned case and finds that Petitioner is appealing assessments for prior tax years and the Tribunal has no authority over those assessments under MCL 205.735a, as the petition was not timely filed.1 Further, the Tribunal also has no authority over those assessments, as the facts alleged do not establish that the assessments were the result of a clerical error (i.e., “an error of a transpositional, typographical, or mathematical nature”) or a mutual mistake of fact (i.e., “an erroneous belief, which is shared and relied on by both parties”).2 Rather, the facts alleged indicate a valuation dispute that does not involve the correction of a clerical error or mutual mistake of fact. Therefore, IT IS ORDERED that Petitioner’s assessment appeal is PARTIALLY DISMISSED. The appeal shall continue for the 2026 tax year(s) only. By: /s/ Patricia L. Halm 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 1 See Electronic Data Systems Corporation v Township of Flint, 253 Mich App 538 (2002). 2 See International Place Apartments – IV v Ypsilanti Township, 216 Mich App 104, 109 (1996), Ford Motor Company v City of Woodhaven, 475 Mich 425, 442 (2006).
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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 Greg J Steinsdoerfer, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002835 City Of Portage, Respondent. ORDER OF PARTIAL DISMISSAL The Tribunal has reviewed the file in the above-captioned case and finds that Petitioner is appealing assessments for prior tax years and the Tribunal has no authority over those assessments under MCL 205.735a, as the petition was not timely filed.3 Further, the Tribunal also has no authority over those assessments, as the facts alleged do not establish that the assessments were the result of a clerical error (i.e., “an error of a transpositional, typographical, or mathematical nature”) or a mutual mistake of fact (i.e., “an erroneous belief, which is shared and relied on by both parties”).4 Rather, the facts alleged indicate a valuation dispute that does not involve the correction of a clerical error or mutual mistake of fact. Therefore, IT IS ORDERED that Petitioner’s assessment appeal is PARTIALLY DISMISSED. The appeal shall continue for the 2026 tax year(s) only. By: /s/ Patricia L. Halm 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
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Great Lakes Home Inspections 5116 Mapleridge Drive Portage, MI 49024 Prepared for: Greg Stein Prepared by: Great Lakes Home Inspections 24 Years Experience MI License #2101153876
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Great Lakes Home Inspections 16:08 November 20, 2024 Page 3 of 31 5116 Mapleridge.inspx General Information (Continued) Inspection Agreement Inspector Name Larry Mason Company Name Great Lakes Home Inspections Company City State Zip Client Name: Greg Stein Property Address: 5116 Mapleridge Drive City State Zip Portage, MI 49024 INSPECTION AGREEMENT - Please Read and sign below “It is understood and agreed that this inspection will be of readily accessible areas of the building and is limited to visual observations of apparent conditions existing at the time of the inspection only. Latent and concealed defects and deficiencies are excluded from this inspection; equipment, items and systems will not be dismantled. *It is agreed that this inspection will be conducted according to the A.S.H.I. AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HOME INSPECTORS , Standards of Practice, except as may be noted in the "comments" and "limitation of Inspection" sections within the report. The buyer should ask if any questions or needs a current copy of the standards of practice. *|t is agreed that home maintenance is an on going process and that this inspection should not be considered a home guarantee or warranty. This is a limited inspection, not all defects will be identified during this inspection. Larry Mason DBA Great Lakes Home Inspections limitations to liability is maximum to inspection fees paid. *It is agreed that these systems, items, and conditions are NOT within the scope of this building inspection include, but are not limited to: urea formaldehyde, lead paint, asbestos, Mold, Fungi, toxic or flammable materials, environmental hazards; pests & termite infestation; bats; security and fire protection systems; household appliances; humidifiers; water softeners; paint, wallpaper and interior treatments; underground storage tanks; water wells; solar heating systems; septic systems; governing codes, ordinances, statutes and covenants. Client understands that any general comments about these systems, items and conditions of the written report are informal only and do not represent an inspection. * It is agreed that any given estimates are only given as reference information only. Paid contractor work may vary greatly from these estimates. Always obtain written estimates from a contractor will to perform the work before closing on a real estate transaction. Name Signature Email Address Palm-Tech Inspector, Copyright © 1998-2024, Paim-Tech
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Great Lakes Home Inspections 16:08 November 20, 2024 Page 2 of 31 5116 Mapleridge.inspx Definitions NOTE: All definitions listed below refer to the property or item listed as inspected on this report at the time of inspection Acceptable Functional with no obvious signs of defect. Not Present Item not present or not found. Not Inspected Item was unable to be inspected for safety reasons or due to lack of power, inaccessible, or disconnected at time of inspection. Marginal Item is not fully functional and requires repair or servicing. Defective Item needs immediate repair or replacement. It is unable to perform its intended function. General Information Property Information Property Address 5116 Mapleridge Drive City Portage State MI Zip 49024 Client Information Client Name Greg Stein Inspection Company Inspector
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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 Greg M.I. J Last Name Steinsdoerfer Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 5116 Mapleridge Drive City or Town Portage State Michigan ZIP Code 49024 Telephone Number 2695290060 E-mail Address gregsteinsdoerfer@gmail.com Subject Property Information: How many parcels are you appealing? 2 If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? *If no, you must file separate appeals for each parcel Yes Property Address (No., Street) 5116 MAPLERIDGE DRIVE City or Town Portage County Kalamazoo State Michigan ZIP Code 49024 Taxing Authority (City or Township) City Of Portage (KALAMAZOO) 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 We purchased this home in January of 2025 and the sale included two parcels. The home (address is 5116 Mapleridge Drive, Portage), and the wooded/vacant lot directly behind/adjoining the home which is 5115 Stonehendge, Portage. The home was vacant prior to moving in and was on the market for approximately 6 months. We actually moved across the street from our previous property (5107 Mapleridge Drive). We bought both properties for one sale price of $375,000. The appraisal for the sale came in at $380,000. The inspection found a number of issues and the home significantly outdated. We have encountered a number of issues since moving in likely related to the home being vacant. When the tax valuations came back from the city of Portage our property increased had a reported increase in value of 20% from the sale price while our previous property was given a valuation approximately 30% under the sale price. According to the research I have seen the housing market values in our area have not increased in value 20% in a year span. I did appeal to the city of portage and they decreased the original valuation by 5%; however 15% increase in value in my opinion is still significantly higher than how the markets have moved in 2025 and in particular this property which has had a number of issues. I will submit the appraisals, comparable properties and inspections to provide further evidence. 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: 2025 Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal: Parcel Number: 00940-084-O Classification of Property: Personal (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 187500 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 187500 What do you believe is the fair market value? 333800 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 166900 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 20600
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA
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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 Greg J Steinsdoerfer, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002835 City Of Portage, 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
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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 Greg J Steinsdoerfer, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002835 City Of Portage, 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
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Great Lakes Home Inspections 5116 Mapleridge Drive Portage, MI 49024 Prepared for: Greg Stein Prepared by: Great Lakes Home Inspections 24 Years Experience MI License #2101153876
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Great Lakes Home Inspections 16:08 November 20, 2024 Page 3 of 31 5116 Mapleridge.inspx General Information (Continued) Inspection Agreement Inspector Name Larry Mason Company Name Great Lakes Home Inspections Company City State Zip Client Name: Greg Stein Property Address: 5116 Mapleridge Drive City State Zip Portage, MI 49024 INSPECTION AGREEMENT - Please Read and sign below “It is understood and agreed that this inspection will be of readily accessible areas of the building and is limited to visual observations of apparent conditions existing at the time of the inspection only. Latent and concealed defects and deficiencies are excluded from this inspection; equipment, items and systems will not be dismantled. *It is agreed that this inspection will be conducted according to the A.S.H.I. AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HOME INSPECTORS , Standards of Practice, except as may be noted in the "comments" and "limitation of Inspection" sections within the report. The buyer should ask if any questions or needs a current copy of the standards of practice. *|t is agreed that home maintenance is an on going process and that this inspection should not be considered a home guarantee or warranty. This is a limited inspection, not all defects will be identified during this inspection. Larry Mason DBA Great Lakes Home Inspections limitations to liability is maximum to inspection fees paid. *It is agreed that these systems, items, and conditions are NOT within the scope of this building inspection include, but are not limited to: urea formaldehyde, lead paint, asbestos, Mold, Fungi, toxic or flammable materials, environmental hazards; pests & termite infestation; bats; security and fire protection systems; household appliances; humidifiers; water softeners; paint, wallpaper and interior treatments; underground storage tanks; water wells; solar heating systems; septic systems; governing codes, ordinances, statutes and covenants. Client understands that any general comments about these systems, items and conditions of the written report are informal only and do not represent an inspection. * It is agreed that any given estimates are only given as reference information only. Paid contractor work may vary greatly from these estimates. Always obtain written estimates from a contractor will to perform the work before closing on a real estate transaction. Name Signature Email Address Palm-Tech Inspector, Copyright © 1998-2024, Paim-Tech
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Great Lakes Home Inspections 16:08 November 20, 2024 Page 2 of 31 5116 Mapleridge.inspx Definitions NOTE: All definitions listed below refer to the property or item listed as inspected on this report at the time of inspection Acceptable Functional with no obvious signs of defect. Not Present Item not present or not found. Not Inspected Item was unable to be inspected for safety reasons or due to lack of power, inaccessible, or disconnected at time of inspection. Marginal Item is not fully functional and requires repair or servicing. Defective Item needs immediate repair or replacement. It is unable to perform its intended function. General Information Property Information Property Address 5116 Mapleridge Drive City Portage State MI Zip 49024 Client Information Client Name Greg Stein Inspection Company Inspector
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Serial# 5BF7B3A5 esign.alamode.com/verify Manuel Fredericksen 19 - 2 Story 2412003 5116 Mapleridge Dr Portage MI 49024-5739 Greg & Melissa Steinsdoerfer Den Brink Paul L Van Kalamazoo BRONSON BLVD VILLAGE LOT 84 + STONEHENGE LOT 7 See attached addenda. 2023 5,585 Bronson Blvd Village 28020 0035.00 0 0 Consumers Credit Union 7200 Elm Valley Dr, Kalamazoo, MI 49009 DOM 136;Has a pending sale as of 11/16/2024 for $385000. The reference number is MichRIC-MLS #24039775 as provided by MichRIC. Original list price was $445000 with 3 price reductions over 2 listing cycles. Arms length sale;Conventional purchase, there are no seller concessions. 375,000 11/26/2024 Assessor $0;; 110 480 325 15 75 45 80 3 2 10 5 Kilgore Road North, Lovers Ln East, Milham Road south and 12th St West. The entire school system is considered for reasonable comps. Stonehenge and Bronson Blvd Village are established plats located on Portage's northwest side. Homes in this area vary in style; most are constructed of average to good quality materials and appear to be well maintained. Overall location and marketability is good. Shopping, schools, highways and employers are all within 5-20 minutes. Current market conditions are every changing, rates did move to a 22 year high, over 8% for 30 year mortgages. Since September rates have been on a steady rise, but are still under 7% for a 30 year fixed rate. Still in most of the subject and surrounding markets, supply of homes is an issue. Low supply is still a factor in this market; values are at least stable. 90x127.23x90x127.61 11468 sf Rectangular N;Res; R-1C Single Family Residential See attached addenda. Asphalt None X 26077C0301E 07/31/2024 See attached addenda. 2 Traditional 1964 28 1,482 28 Poured/AVG Vinyl+Brick/Good Snow Covered Aluminum/AVG Double Hung/Good Yes/Good Yes/Good Cpt+CT+HW/AVG Plaster/Good AVG/Good Ceramic/Good Ceramic/Average Gas 1 Yes None 0 None Covered None 2 Concrete 2 0 10 5 2.1 2,860 See attached addenda. C4;No updates in the prior 15 years;See attached addenda. See attached addenda. The subject is a typical traditional style 2 story home. 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 charges, sale concessions, gift or downpayment assistance, etc.) to be paid by any
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5115 Stonehendge Drive Our vacant wooded lot has no utilities connected and would need significant tree removal to be developed for housing Comparable Properties: Based on recent sales in portage of 1 acre or less, non lakefront property and non new developement Address Acre Price Cost/per acre Date Sold 5125 Garden 0.294 35000 $119,047.62 4/18/2024 2611 Romence rd 0.38 45000 $118,421.05 6/26/2025 6434 Oakland 0.34 35000 $102,941.18 12/2/2025 1819 Schuring Rd 0.75 76500 $102,000.00 3/15/2025 10802 Cora dr 0.422 40000 $94,786.73 8/28/2024 1521 Forest Dr 0.46 42000 $91,304.35 8/23/2024 4809 Deep Point 0.22 15800 $71,818.18 7/30/2024 5644 Monticello 1 69800 $69,800.00 4/7/2025 5648 Monticello 1 69800 $69,800.00 4/7/2025 8036 Perry St 0.73 50000 $68,493.15 6/3/2025 Average per acre $90,841.23 5115 Stonehendge 0.26 58000 $223,076.92 Our tax evaluation per acre $23,618.72 Value our acre would be if average compared to comparable sales
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2026 BOARD OF REVIEW DECISION Ee —— VU UY REY (269) 329.4433 PORTAGE CITY ASSESSOR'S OFFICE 7900 S WESTNEDGE AVE PORTAGE M1 49002 NAME AND ADDRESS OF OWNER OR PERSON NAMED ON ASSESSMENT ROLL: i erty address PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION: (Parcel Code required. Property and legal description optional.): ] DR 39-10-07740-007-O 5115 STONEHENGE STEINSDOERFER, GREG & MELISSA S116 MAPLERIDGE DR PORTAGE M1 49024 STONEHENGE LOT 7 THIS PROPERTY IS CLASSIFIED 402 (RESIDENTIAL-VACANT) liod and the data necessary 3 : i supplie Thank you for attending this years March Board of Review. The Board has reviewed the information you supp! to compute your assessment and taxable value. The Board has completed their review of parcel number 39-10-07740-007-O i They have made the following determination based on the information you supplied. Board of Review Comments nted. i the assessment was not warral Insufficient information provided to justify any changes in values. The Board determined that a change to 8,100 [2026 ORIGINAL ASSESSED VALUE 2 [2026 "BOARD OF REVIEW" ASSESSED VALUE 28,100 (If the above amounts are the same, no revisions have occured) 8,100 2026 ORIGINAL TAXABLE VALUE 28, 2026 "BOARD OF REVIEW" TAXABLE VALUE 28,100 [2026 PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE EXEMPTION/QUALIFIED AG 100.0000 Please feel free to contact the assessor at the address listed above or call if you have any questions. “Effective March 1, 2013, the Tribunal is no longer able to accept Small Claims letter appeals. Rather, you are re, ir iti i a new Small Claims appeal. Pefitjop forms are available on this website,» i ed PEt eh www.michigan.gov/taxtrib/0,4677 7. 87-38254---,00. htm]
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03/13/2026 09:51 AM 2026 BOARD OF REVIEW DECISION FROM (269) 329-4433 PORTAGE CITY ASSESSOR'S OFFICE 7900 S WESTNEDGE AVE PORTAGE MI 49002 ) ired. Property address NAME AND ADDRESS OF OWNER OR PERSON NAMED ON ASSESSMENT ROLL: PROPERTY i (Parcel Code require and legal descriptiol BE = 5 39-10-00940-084-O 5116 MAPLERIDG STEINSDOERFER, GREG & MELISSA LERIDGE DR PORTAGE MI 49024 BRONSON BLVD VILLAGE LOT 84 THIS PROPERTY IS CLASSIFIED 401 (RESIDENTIAL-IMPROVED) the information you supplied and the data necessar] Thank you for attending this years March Board of Review. The Board has reviewed to compute your assessment and taxable value. The Board has completed their review of parcel number 39-10-00940-084-O They have made the following determination based on the information you supplied. Board of Review Comments Based on the information provided, the Board determined a change to the assessment was warranted. [2026 ORIGINAL ASSESSED VALUE 197,500 [2026 "BOARD OF REVIEW" ASSESSED VALUE 187,500 (If the above amounts are the same, no revisions have occured) 2026 ORIGINAL TAXABLE VALUE 197,500 2026 "BOARD OF REVIEW" TAXABLE VALUE 187,500 2026 PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE EXEMPTION/QUALIFIED AG 100.0000 Please feel free to contact the assessor at the address listed above or call if you have any questions “Effective March 1, 2013, the Tribunal is no longer able to accept Small Claims lett initiate a new Small Claims appeal. Petition forms are available on this website,” Le ae, TE disk tile peti http: //www.michigan.gov/taxtrib/0,4677,7-187.3 8254---,00. html
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Michigan Tribunal, My name is Greg Steinsdoerfer. My family and I reside at 5116 Mapleridge Drive in Portage Michigan. We previously lived across the street from this property for 7 years prior to purchasing it in January of 2025. The home sat vacant for approximately a year before it was put on the market. After approximately 6 months we closed on the property which included the wooded adjacent property. Although the home was well built, the previous owners did not complete any interior updates for many decades. This likely contributed to the house staying on the market at a time when most were selling quickly. You are welcome to flip through the pictures in the appraisal and the inspection reports to see for yourself the condition. The sellers also disclosed that two kitchen appliances were inoperable, there was a history of water entering the basement (which after having lived there we can confirm is true). The inspection report also listed the need for a new electrical panel box, missing insulation in the attic leading to significant ice damming (which we can also confirm now), mechanicals that needed repair (washer, furnace and hot water heater). This was a home in need of significant updating and previous potential buyers looked elsewhere (average sale in this market was approximately 30 days at that time). The appraisal came in at $380,000 indicating that the sale price for the home and vacant lot at that time was market value. The City of Portage original SEV calculation that was sent for the home and the vacant lot was listed as the equivalent of $450,000 market value. This has now been reduced to $430,000 after we appealed in March. This represented a 20% increase in value; whereas the home we sold was given an SEV calculation by the city of Portage at 30% less than the sale price (a 50% difference given that these two homes were sold on the same day on the same street). Estimates of market growth in this area range from 2-5% annually in 2025 (not 20%). Please let me know if you have any questions. Greg Steinsdoerfer
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6548 Trotwood Drive Sale Price $230,000 Sale Date 04/04/2025 Sq footage 3,874 Lot Size .33 acres Year built 1964 Bed 4 Bath 3 Condition Similar
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7724 Hampton Drive Sale Price $350,000 Sale Date 07/03/2025 Sq footage 2,515 Lot Size .25 acres Year built 1966 Bed 4 Bath 3 Condition Similar
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3017 Lamplite Circle Sale Price $385,000 Sale Date 1/24/2025 Sq footage 2,317 Lot Size .33 acres Year built 1977 Bed 4 Bath 4 Condition Significant differences, including finished basement, updates throughout the whole house, located on a cul-de-sac.
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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: 26-002835 Is this case currently pending in the Small Claims Division? Yes Party Filing Document Petitioner Files Document Type: Documentation Attachment File Name: 5116 Mapleridge Comps Document Type: Documentation Attachment File Name: Board of Review 5116 (2) Document Type: Documentation Attachment File Name: Board of Review 5115 (1) Document Type: Documentation Attachment File Name: 5115 Stonehendge Comps - Sheet1 Document Type: Documentation Attachment File Name: 5116 Mapleridge Appraisal 2025 Document Type: Documentation Attachment File Name: 5116 inspection Fee Information Filing Fee: $ 0.00 Payment Information Payment: $ 0.00
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Great Lakes Home Inspections 5116 Mapleridge Drive Portage, MI 49024 Prepared for: Greg Stein Prepared by: Great Lakes Home Inspections 24 Years Experience MI License #2101153876
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Great Lakes Home Inspections 16:08 November 20, 2024 Page 3 of 31 5116 Mapleridge.inspx General Information (Continued) Inspection Agreement Inspector Name Larry Mason Company Name Great Lakes Home Inspections Company City State Zip Client Name: Greg Stein Property Address: 5116 Mapleridge Drive City State Zip Portage, MI 49024 INSPECTION AGREEMENT - Please Read and sign below “It is understood and agreed that this inspection will be of readily accessible areas of the building and is limited to visual observations of apparent conditions existing at the time of the inspection only. Latent and concealed defects and deficiencies are excluded from this inspection; equipment, items and systems will not be dismantled. *It is agreed that this inspection will be conducted according to the A.S.H.I. AMERICAN SOCIETY OF HOME INSPECTORS , Standards of Practice, except as may be noted in the "comments" and "limitation of Inspection" sections within the report. The buyer should ask if any questions or needs a current copy of the standards of practice. *|t is agreed that home maintenance is an on going process and that this inspection should not be considered a home guarantee or warranty. This is a limited inspection, not all defects will be identified during this inspection. Larry Mason DBA Great Lakes Home Inspections limitations to liability is maximum to inspection fees paid. *It is agreed that these systems, items, and conditions are NOT within the scope of this building inspection include, but are not limited to: urea formaldehyde, lead paint, asbestos, Mold, Fungi, toxic or flammable materials, environmental hazards; pests & termite infestation; bats; security and fire protection systems; household appliances; humidifiers; water softeners; paint, wallpaper and interior treatments; underground storage tanks; water wells; solar heating systems; septic systems; governing codes, ordinances, statutes and covenants. Client understands that any general comments about these systems, items and conditions of the written report are informal only and do not represent an inspection. * It is agreed that any given estimates are only given as reference information only. Paid contractor work may vary greatly from these estimates. Always obtain written estimates from a contractor will to perform the work before closing on a real estate transaction. Name Signature Email Address Palm-Tech Inspector, Copyright © 1998-2024, Paim-Tech
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Great Lakes Home Inspections 16:08 November 20, 2024 Page 2 of 31 5116 Mapleridge.inspx Definitions NOTE: All definitions listed below refer to the property or item listed as inspected on this report at the time of inspection Acceptable Functional with no obvious signs of defect. Not Present Item not present or not found. Not Inspected Item was unable to be inspected for safety reasons or due to lack of power, inaccessible, or disconnected at time of inspection. Marginal Item is not fully functional and requires repair or servicing. Defective Item needs immediate repair or replacement. It is unable to perform its intended function. General Information Property Information Property Address 5116 Mapleridge Drive City Portage State MI Zip 49024 Client Information Client Name Greg Stein Inspection Company Inspector
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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 Greg M.I. J Last Name Steinsdoerfer Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 5116 Mapleridge Drive City or Town Portage State Michigan ZIP Code 49024 Telephone Number 2695290060 E-mail Address gregsteinsdoerfer@gmail.com Subject Property Information: How many parcels are you appealing? 2 If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? *If no, you must file separate appeals for each parcel Yes Property Address (No., Street) 5116 MAPLERIDGE DRIVE City or Town Portage County Kalamazoo State Michigan ZIP Code 49024 Taxing Authority (City or Township) City Of Portage (KALAMAZOO) 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 We purchased this home in January of 2025 and the sale included two parcels. The home (address is 5116 Mapleridge Drive, Portage), and the wooded/vacant lot directly behind/adjoining the home which is 5115 Stonehendge, Portage. The home was vacant prior to moving in and was on the market for approximately 6 months. We actually moved across the street from our previous property (5107 Mapleridge Drive). We bought both properties for one sale price of $375,000. The appraisal for the sale came in at $380,000. The inspection found a number of issues and the home significantly outdated. We have encountered a number of issues since moving in likely related to the home being vacant. When the tax valuations came back from the city of Portage our property increased had a reported increase in value of 20% from the sale price while our previous property was given a valuation approximately 30% under the sale price. According to the research I have seen the housing market values in our area have not increased in value 20% in a year span. I did appeal to the city of portage and they decreased the original valuation by 5%; however 15% increase in value in my opinion is still significantly higher than how the markets have moved in 2025 and in particular this property which has had a number of issues. I will submit the appraisals, comparable properties and inspections to provide further evidence. 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: 2025 Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal: Parcel Number: 00940-084-O Classification of Property: Personal (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 187500 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 187500 What do you believe is the fair market value? 333800 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 166900 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 20600
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA
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