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Michigan
Horizon Novi LLC, Petitioner Vs. City Of Novi, Respondent
- Petitioner
- Horizon Novi LLC
- Respondent
- City Of Novi
Case overview
- Docket number
- 25-002837-TT
- Status
- Disposed
- CaseType
- ET Property
- Division
- ET
- County
- Oakland
- Judge
- No judge assigned
Docket history
| Line # | Subject | Filer | Line Ref | Enter Date/Post Mark | Fee | Related Item |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | Order of Dismissal | Not recorded | Not recorded | 10/13/2025 | Not recorded | Download |
| 7 | Motion to Withdraw Appeal was received. | Not recorded | Not recorded | 10/08/2025 | $0.00 | Download |
| 6 | Answer was received | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/11/2025 | Not recorded | Download |
| 5 | ET Case Info Sheet | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/11/2025 | Not recorded | Download |
| 4 | Proof of service of petition was received. | PET | Not recorded | 09/04/2025 | Not recorded | Download |
| 3 | Petition has been verified | PET | 1 | 07/24/2025 | Not recorded | Download |
| 2 | Notice of Docket Number ET | Not recorded | Not recorded | 07/24/2025 | Not recorded | Download |
| 1 | A petition was received. | PET | Not recorded | 05/29/2025 | $600.00 | Download |
Documents
Order_of_Dismissal-Joint_Withdraw.2025-10-13_15-31-25.0000.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 Horizon Novi LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL ENTIRE TRIBUNAL v MTT Docket No. 25-002837 City Of Novi, Respondent. ORDER GRANTING JOINT MOTION TO WITHDRAW ORDER OF DISMISSAL The Tribunal has reviewed the file in the above-captioned case and finds that the parties have filed a Joint Motion to Withdraw the appeal. Therefore, IT IS ORDERED that the parties’ Joint Motion to Withdraw is GRANTED. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that this case is DISMISSED. This order resolves all pending issues and closes the case. By:_____________________________________ Patricia L. Halm, Tribunal Chair Entered: October 13, 2025 PROOF OF SERVICE I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized representatives. By: Tribunal Clerk
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 Horizon Novi LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL ENTIRE TRIBUNAL v MTT Docket No. 25-002837 City Of Novi, Respondent. ORDER GRANTING JOINT MOTION TO WITHDRAW ORDER OF DISMISSAL The Tribunal has reviewed the file in the above-captioned case and finds that the parties have filed a Joint Motion to Withdraw the appeal. Therefore, IT IS ORDERED that the parties’ Joint Motion to Withdraw is GRANTED. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that this case is DISMISSED. This order resolves all pending issues and closes the case. By:_____________________________________ Patricia L. Halm, Tribunal Chair Entered: October 13, 2025 PROOF OF SERVICE I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized representatives. By: Tribunal Clerk
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RECEIVED
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MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL
STATE OF MICHIGAN
GRETCHER YA IITMER
DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS
MARLON | DROWN. DPA
GOVERKOR
LANSING
DIRECTOR
Horizon Novi LLC
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MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL
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MTT Docket No. 25-002837
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Respondent(s)
JOINT MOTION TO WITHDRAW APPEAL
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Pelilioner wishes to withdraw ils appeal in the above-captioned dockel.
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Pelilioner/Representative (sign here)
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Respondent Representative (sign here)
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Stephanie Simon Morita A (P53864)
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STATE OF MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL Horizon Novi LLC Petitioner, MTT Docket No. 25-002837 v. City of Novi, Respondent. L.A. BIRDSALL LAW Laureen Birdsall (P80703) Attorney for Petitioner 2663 44th Street SW Suite 202 Wyoming, MI 49519 (616) 690-2525 lbirdsall@aol.com ROSATI, SCHULTZ, JOPPICH & AMTSBUECHLER, P.C. Stephanie Simon Morita (P53864) Matthew C. Wayne (P80542) Attorneys for Respondent 27555 Executive Drive Suite 250 Farmington Hills, MI 48331-3550 (248) 489-4100 smorita@rsjalaw.com mwayne@rsjalaw.com Respondent's Answer to Petition NOW COMES Respondent, City of Novi, by and through its Attorneys, ROSATI, SCHULTZ, JOPPICH & AMTSBUECHLER, P.C. and for its Answer to Petitioner's Petition, states as follows: 1. As to the allegations contained in Paragraph 1 of the Petition, Respondent admits the same. 2. As to the allegations contained in Paragraph 2 of the Petition, Respondent admits the same. 3. As to the allegations contained in Paragraph 3 of the Petition, no allegation is made, so no response is necessary.
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2 4. As to the allegations contained in Paragraph 4 of the Petition, no allegation is made, so no response is necessary. 5. As to the allegations contained in Paragraph 5 of the Petition, no allegation is made, so no response is necessary. 6. As to the allegations contained in Paragraph 6 of the Petition, Respondent admits the same. 7. As to the allegations contained in Paragraph 7 of the Petition, no allegation is made, so no response is necessary. 8. As to the allegations contained in Paragraph 8 of the Petition, Respondent neither admits nor denies the same for the reason Respondent is without sufficient knowledge to form a belief as to the truth thereof and therefore leaves Petitioner to its strict proofs. 9. As to the allegations contained in Paragraph 9 of the Petition, no allegation is made, so no response is necessary. 10. As to the allegations contained in Paragraph 10 of the Petition, Respondent admits the same. 11. As to the allegations contained in Paragraph 11 of the Petition, Respondent admits the same. 12. As to the allegations contained in Paragraph 12 of the Petition, Respondent neither admits nor denies the same for the reason Respondent is without sufficient knowledge to form a belief as to the truth thereof and therefore leaves Petitioner to its strict proofs. 13. As to the allegations contained in Paragraph 13 of the Petition, Respondent neither admits nor denies the same for the reason Respondent is without sufficient
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3 knowledge to form a belief as to the truth thereof and therefore leaves Petitioner to its strict proofs. 14. As to the allegations contained in Paragraph 14 of the Petition, Respondent admits the same. 15. As to the allegations contained in Paragraph 15 of the Petition, no allegation is made, so no response is necessary. 16. As to the allegations contained in Paragraph 16 of the Petition, Respondent admits the same. 17. As to the allegations contained in Paragraph 17 of the Petition, Respondent neither admits nor denies the same for the reason Respondent is without sufficient knowledge to form a belief as to the truth thereof and therefore leaves Petitioner to its strict proofs. 18. As to the allegations contained in Paragraph 18 of the Petition, Respondent neither admits nor denies the same for the reason Respondent is without sufficient knowledge to form a belief as to the truth thereof and therefore leaves Petitioner to its strict proofs. 19. As to the allegations contained in Paragraph 19 of the Petition, Respondent denies as untrue that Petitioner is entitled to the relief requested. 20. As to the allegations contained in Paragraph 20 of the Petition, Respondent denies the same as untrue. 21. Respondent further states the ratio of the average level of assessment in relation to true cash value in the assessment district is 50%, and the equalization factor was uniformly applied in the assessment district for the year in question. WHEREFORE, Respondent, City of Novi, denies that Petitioner is entitled to the relief it seeks and respectfully requests that the Respondent's assessment and taxable value
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4 of the subject property be affirmed or increased, that Petitioner's Petition be dismissed with prejudice and that Respondent be granted costs and attorney fees so wrongfully sustained. Respectfully submitted, ROSATI, SCHULTZ, JOPPICH & AMTSBUECHLER, P.C. /s/ Stephanie Simon Morita STEPHANIE SIMON MORITA (P53864) Attorney for Respondent 27555 Executive Drive, Suite 250 Farmington Hills, MI 48331 (248) 489-4100 Dated: September 11, 2025 Affirmative Defenses For its further Answer to Petitioner's Petition and by way of its Affirmative Defenses, Respondent states as follows and demands an answer from Petitioner as to each: 1. Petitioner fails to allege specific and sufficient facts to set forth a cause of action against Respondent and to support its claim for relief. 2. Petitioner fails to allege specific and sufficient facts to establish fraud, error of law, discrimination, application of wrong principles or illegality on the part of the Respondent. 3. Petitioner fails to allege that the mode and method of appraising its property failed to conform with the mode and method applied in the case of all of the properties in the Respondent's taxing unit for the year in question. 4. Petitioner fails to allege specific and sufficient facts to establish the true cash value, assessed value and taxable value of its property. 5. Petitioner fails to allege specific and sufficient facts to support its allegation that the assessed value of its property, as equalized, is at a factor other than 50% and also
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING ORLENE HAWKS DIRECTOR Entire Tribunal Case Information Sheet - Respondent MOAHR DOCKET NO. 25-002837 Section 1: Respondent’s Contact Information Filer Type: Local Unit of Government City Of Novi (OAKLAND) Local Unit of Government/First Name M.I. Last Name Home Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) City or Town State Michigan ZIP Code Telephone Number Fax Number E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) Section 2: Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information First Name Stephanie M.I. Simon Last Name Morita Firm Name (if any) Rosati, Schultz, Joppich & Amtsbuechler, P.C. Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 27555 Executive Drive Suite 250 City or Town Farmington Hills State Michigan ZIP Code 48331 Telephone Number 248-489-4100 Fax Number 248-489-1726 E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) smorita@rsjalaw.com Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature Respondent or Authorized Attorney/Representative’s Signature: Stephanie S. Morita /s/
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MICHIGAN TAX TRIB
STATE OF MICHIGAN
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DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS
MARLON I. BROWN, DPA
GOVERNOR
DIRECTOR
Horizon Novi LLG
MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL
Petitioner(s)
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MTT Docket No, 25002837
City of Novi
Respondent(s)
PROOF OF SERVICE FOR PROPERTY TAX PETITION
*To be filed after the Tribunal issues the Notice of Docket Number*
Laureen A Birdsall
states that on September 4, 2025
he/she
[Name of person serving/mailing petition]
[date of service]
served a copy of the Petition relative to the above-captioned matter upon:
[Provide name and address of the following entities]
1. Assessor (via certified mail):
City of Novi, 456175 Ten Mile Road, Novi, Mi 48375
2.
City Clerk or Township Supervisor/Clerk (via certified mail):
City of Novi, 45175 Ten Mile Road, Novi, MI 48375
3.
County Equalization Director {via first class mail or personal service):
Oakland County, 250 Elizabeth Lake Rd., Suite 1000W, Pontiac, Ml 48341
4.
County Clerk (via first class mail or personal service):
Oakland County, 1200 Telegraph Road, Bldg. #12 E, Pontiac, MI 48341
5.
Secretary of the local school board (via first class mail or personal service):
Novi Community School District, 25345 Taft Road, Novi, Michigan 48374
6.
State Treasurer (via first class mail):
Michigan Department of Treasury, State TreasurerPage 2
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Laureen A. Birdsall, PLC LA. BIRDSALL LAW Attorney at Law May 29, 2025 State of Michigan Michigan Tax Tribunal P.O. Box 30232 Lansing, Michigan 48909 Re: Horizon Novi LLC v City of Novi 2025 Entire Tribunal Petition Dear Chief Clerk, Enclosed please find: 1) 2025 Entire Tribunal Petition 2) Client Check in the amount of $600 for Filing Fee 3) Proof of Service Thank you for your consideration in this matter. Kind Regards, RECEIVED JUN 04 2025 MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL Rone OB Laureen A. Birdsall Attorney for Petitioner Enclosure c client
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pst STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR Horizon Novi LLC , MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL Petitioner(s) v MTT Docket No. City of Novi , Respondent(s) ENTIRE TRIBUNAL PROPERTY TAX PETITION 1. Property Parcel No: 50-22-14-376-010 (if more than one parcel is at issue, attach a completed Multiple Parcel Petition Form addressing all other parcels at issue.) 2. The property identified above is X real __ personal. 3. If more than one parcel of real property is under appeal, are the properties contiguous? ___Yes __ No. (If no, separate Petitions are required for each non- contiguous parcel.) 4. Are all of the parcels of personal property located on a parcel of real property under appeal? ___ Yes ___ No. (If no, separate Petitions are required for each parcel of personal property not located on a parcel of real property under appeal.) 5. If parcels of personal property are under appeal, when were the personal property statements filed by parcel number (attach additional page if necessary): 6. The property identified above is classified as 201 - Commercial Improved
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MTT Docket No. Page 2 of 4 8. 10. 11. 12. 13. If a protest was required and no protest was made, list the separate and specific facts upon which Petitioner relies to invoke the Tribunal’s authority over the assessment or assessments at issue (attach additional page if necessary): P.A. 174 of 2006 does not require a board of review protest for Petitioner's commercial property, therefore, no protest was made in March 2025. If the appeal was not submitted by the deadline for the filing of an appeal for the classification or classifications of the properties at issue (i.e., May 31 or July 31 of the tax year involved), list the separate and specific facts upon which Petitioner relies to invoke the Tribunal's authority over the assessment or assessments at issue (attach additional page if necessary): The property or properties at issue are located in Oakland County. The property or properties’ address is: 42100 Crescent Blvd Novi, Michigan 48375 The assessment or assessments at issue were established by the (applicable local governmental unit): City of Novi Petitioner's legal residence or principal office address is: Horizon Novi, LLC 6895 Telegraph Rd Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301 This appeal involves issues relating to the (check all that are applicable): X the property or properties’ true cash and taxable values the property or properties’ taxable value only If the property or properties’ taxable value is at issue, is there a dispute as to the value of an addition or loss? __ Yes __No uniformity of the property or properties’ assessment
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MTT Docket No. Page 3 of 4 15. If more than the current tax year is being appealed, list the separate and specific facts upon which Petitioner relies to invoke the Tribunal’s authority over the prior tax year or years (attach additional page if necessary): n/a 16. The values for the property identified above as established by Respondent's Board of Review are: Tax Year True Cash Value Assessed Value Taxable Value 2025 9,401,800 4,700,900 4,700,900 17. Petitioner contends that the values for the property identified above are: Tax Year True Cash Value State Equalized Value Taxable Value 2025 7,200,000 3,600,000 3,600,000 18. The values in dispute for the property identified above are: Tax Year True Cash Value State Equalized Value Taxable Value 2025 2,201,800 1,100,900 1,100,900 19. Petitioner requests the following relief (attach additional page if necessary): Petitioner requests that the Michigan Tax Tribunal enter an Order reducing the 2025 assessed value of the Petitioner's Property from 4,700,900 to 3,600,000 and the 2025 taxable value from 4,700,900 to 3,600,000.
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MTT Docket No. Page 4 of 4 Signa of Feflienars thorized fopregentative or, if none, Petitioner: » 0p Printed Name of Petitioner's Authorized Representative or, if none, Petitioner: Laureen A Birdsall Email Address: Lbirdsall@aol.com Mailing Address: Laureen Birdsall L.A. BIRDSALL LAW 2663 44th Street SW, Suite 202 Wyoming, W451 Telephone Number: 616-690-2625 (mobile) 616-323-1228 (office) Date: May, 2025
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STATE OF MICHIGAN MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL cass Horizon Novi LLC, MOAHR Docket No. Petitioner, Vv. City of Novi Respondent. PROOF OF SERVICE Laureen A Birdsall, states that on May 29, 2025 she filed an 2025 ENTIRE TRIBUNAL PROPERTY TAX PETITION together with filing fee in the above-captioned matter as indicated: 1) State of Michigan Michigan Tax Tribunal P.O. Box 30232 Lansing, Michigan 48909 Via first class mail, with proper postage affixed thereto. I declare that the statements above are true to the best of my information, knowledge, and belief. Dated: May 29, 2025 - N Laureen A Birdsall L.A. BIRDSALL LAW Attorney for Petitioner 2663 44™ Street SW, Suite 202 Wyoming, MI 49519 616-690-2525 (mobile)
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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 Horizon Novie LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL v MTT Docket No.: 25-002837 City Of Novi, Respondent. NOTICE OF DOCKET NUMBER TAKE NOTICE that an Entire Tribunal petition has been filed and the above-noted docket number has been assigned to that petition. This docket number shall be noted on the petition and the petition shall be served within 45 days of the issuance of this notice, as required by TTR 227 and MCL 205.735a, even if the petition was served when filed. A proof of service shall also be filed with the Tribunal within 45 days of the issuance of this notice evidencing the service of the petition. If you submitted a proof of service with the petition, you must still serve the petition and file a second proof of service including the docket number, pursuant to this notice. Failure to serve the petition and file a proof of service within 45 days of the issuance of the notice may result in the dismissal of this case. Under TTR 235(1), “[t]he respondent shall file an answer or responsive motion within 28 days after the date of service of the petition with noted docket number.” Failure to do so will result in Respondent being placed in default. The docket number also needs to be noted on all other documents submitted in this case. Further, the assignment of the docket number does not mean that the Tribunal has authority over the petition or that the petition complies with statutory requirements or the Tribunal’s rules. By: __Tribunal Clerk________ Entered: July 24, 2025 PROOF OF SERVICE I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized representatives. By: Tribunal Clerk
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Laureen A. Birdsall, PLC LA. BIRDSALL LAW Attorney at Law May 29, 2025 State of Michigan Michigan Tax Tribunal P.O. Box 30232 Lansing, Michigan 48909 Re: Horizon Novi LLC v City of Novi 2025 Entire Tribunal Petition Dear Chief Clerk, Enclosed please find: 1) 2025 Entire Tribunal Petition 2) Client Check in the amount of $600 for Filing Fee 3) Proof of Service Thank you for your consideration in this matter. Kind Regards, RECEIVED JUN 04 2025 MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL Rone OB Laureen A. Birdsall Attorney for Petitioner Enclosure c client
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pst STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR Horizon Novi LLC , MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL Petitioner(s) v MTT Docket No. City of Novi , Respondent(s) ENTIRE TRIBUNAL PROPERTY TAX PETITION 1. Property Parcel No: 50-22-14-376-010 (if more than one parcel is at issue, attach a completed Multiple Parcel Petition Form addressing all other parcels at issue.) 2. The property identified above is X real __ personal. 3. If more than one parcel of real property is under appeal, are the properties contiguous? ___Yes __ No. (If no, separate Petitions are required for each non- contiguous parcel.) 4. Are all of the parcels of personal property located on a parcel of real property under appeal? ___ Yes ___ No. (If no, separate Petitions are required for each parcel of personal property not located on a parcel of real property under appeal.) 5. If parcels of personal property are under appeal, when were the personal property statements filed by parcel number (attach additional page if necessary): 6. The property identified above is classified as 201 - Commercial Improved
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MTT Docket No. Page 2 of 4 8. 10. 11. 12. 13. If a protest was required and no protest was made, list the separate and specific facts upon which Petitioner relies to invoke the Tribunal’s authority over the assessment or assessments at issue (attach additional page if necessary): P.A. 174 of 2006 does not require a board of review protest for Petitioner's commercial property, therefore, no protest was made in March 2025. If the appeal was not submitted by the deadline for the filing of an appeal for the classification or classifications of the properties at issue (i.e., May 31 or July 31 of the tax year involved), list the separate and specific facts upon which Petitioner relies to invoke the Tribunal's authority over the assessment or assessments at issue (attach additional page if necessary): The property or properties at issue are located in Oakland County. The property or properties’ address is: 42100 Crescent Blvd Novi, Michigan 48375 The assessment or assessments at issue were established by the (applicable local governmental unit): City of Novi Petitioner's legal residence or principal office address is: Horizon Novi, LLC 6895 Telegraph Rd Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301 This appeal involves issues relating to the (check all that are applicable): X the property or properties’ true cash and taxable values the property or properties’ taxable value only If the property or properties’ taxable value is at issue, is there a dispute as to the value of an addition or loss? __ Yes __No uniformity of the property or properties’ assessment
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MTT Docket No. Page 3 of 4 15. If more than the current tax year is being appealed, list the separate and specific facts upon which Petitioner relies to invoke the Tribunal’s authority over the prior tax year or years (attach additional page if necessary): n/a 16. The values for the property identified above as established by Respondent's Board of Review are: Tax Year True Cash Value Assessed Value Taxable Value 2025 9,401,800 4,700,900 4,700,900 17. Petitioner contends that the values for the property identified above are: Tax Year True Cash Value State Equalized Value Taxable Value 2025 7,200,000 3,600,000 3,600,000 18. The values in dispute for the property identified above are: Tax Year True Cash Value State Equalized Value Taxable Value 2025 2,201,800 1,100,900 1,100,900 19. Petitioner requests the following relief (attach additional page if necessary): Petitioner requests that the Michigan Tax Tribunal enter an Order reducing the 2025 assessed value of the Petitioner's Property from 4,700,900 to 3,600,000 and the 2025 taxable value from 4,700,900 to 3,600,000.
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MTT Docket No. Page 4 of 4 Signa of Feflienars thorized fopregentative or, if none, Petitioner: » 0p Printed Name of Petitioner's Authorized Representative or, if none, Petitioner: Laureen A Birdsall Email Address: Lbirdsall@aol.com Mailing Address: Laureen Birdsall L.A. BIRDSALL LAW 2663 44th Street SW, Suite 202 Wyoming, W451 Telephone Number: 616-690-2625 (mobile) 616-323-1228 (office) Date: May, 2025
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STATE OF MICHIGAN MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL cass Horizon Novi LLC, MOAHR Docket No. Petitioner, Vv. City of Novi Respondent. PROOF OF SERVICE Laureen A Birdsall, states that on May 29, 2025 she filed an 2025 ENTIRE TRIBUNAL PROPERTY TAX PETITION together with filing fee in the above-captioned matter as indicated: 1) State of Michigan Michigan Tax Tribunal P.O. Box 30232 Lansing, Michigan 48909 Via first class mail, with proper postage affixed thereto. I declare that the statements above are true to the best of my information, knowledge, and belief. Dated: May 29, 2025 - N Laureen A Birdsall L.A. BIRDSALL LAW Attorney for Petitioner 2663 44™ Street SW, Suite 202 Wyoming, MI 49519 616-690-2525 (mobile)
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fd L.A BIRDSALL LAW =D Attorney & Mediator —— 2663 44th Street SW, Suite 202 i > Wyoming, Michigan 49519-4189
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