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Joshua Cole Huls Petitioner V City Of Zeeland Respondent
- Petitioner
- Joshua Cole Huls
- Respondent
- City Of Zeeland
Case overview
- Docket number
- 26-002816-TT
- Status
- Answer Due
- CaseType
- SC Property
- Division
- Small Claims Division
- County
- Ottawa
- Judge
- No judge assigned
Docket history
| Line # | Subject | Filer | Line Ref | Enter Date/Post Mark | Fee | Related Item |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Petition has been verified | PET | 1 | 10/08/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 3 | Notice of Docket Number SC | Not recorded | Not recorded | 10/08/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 2 | Documentation | PET | Not recorded | 07/27/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 1 | A petition was received. | PET | Not recorded | 07/27/2026 | $0.00 | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
Documents
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July 22, 2026 Michigan Tax Tribunal Small Claims Division P.O. Box 30232 Lansing, MI 48909 Re: Letter of Appeal - Small Claims Division Property Address: 321 North Colonial St., Zeeland, MI 49464 Parcel Number: 70-16-13-426-016 Local Unit: City of Zeeland, Ottawa County, Michigan Tax Year: 2026 To the Michigan Tax Tribunal: I am writing to appeal the 2026 assessed value, taxable value, and state equalized value of the above-referenced property, currently set at $172,500 each, as determined by the City of Zeeland March Board of Review. I appeared before the Zeeland March Board of Review, which reduced the value from its original tentative figure but did not reduce it to a level I believe accurately reflects the property's true cash value. The property was purchased in an arm's-length transaction on November 10, 2025 for $338,000. The sellers created an auction environment requiring offers by a “no later than (date)”. Under these circumstances, many bids were entered, and the sellers took our offer, which was the highest. As the top offer, this reflects the property’s true and fair market value. Half of the $338,000 purchase price is $169,000, which I believe is a more accurate reflection of the property's assessed value, taxable value, and state equalized value than the Board of Review's current figure of $172,500. I am requesting that the Tribunal reduce the assessed value, taxable value, and state equalized value of this property to $169,000 for the 2026 tax year. In support of this appeal, I have enclosed the following: 1. Copy of the executed purchase agreement/closing statement showing a purchase price of $338,000 2. The Zeeland Board of Review decision notice 3. Comparable sales data and appraisals This property is my principal residence and carries a Principal Residence Exemption. Please let me know if any additional information is required. Sincerely, _______________________________ Joshua and Emily Huls 321 North Colonial St. Zeeland, MI 49464 308-850-5985 emilyandjoshhuls@gmail.com
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR PROPERTY TAX APPEAL PETITION FORM VALUATION / UNCAPPING APPEAL MTT DOCKET NO. Petitioner’s Contact Information: Filer Type: Local Unit of Government: Individual First Name M.I. Last Name Joshua Cole Huls Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 321 N Colonial Street City or Town State ZIP Code Zeeland Michigan 49464 Telephone Number 3088505985 E-mail Address emilyandjoshhuls@gmail.com Subject Property Information: How many parcels are you appealing? If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? 1 *If no, you must file separate appeals for each parcel N/A Property Address (No., Street) 321 N Colonial Street City or Town County State ZIP Code Zeeland Ottawa Michigan 49464 Taxing Authority (City or Township) City Of Zeeland (OTTAWA) Check which of the following you are appealing: (check all that apply) True Cash and Taxable Values Please Explain the Reason for this Appeal: 1 of 3
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR The Board of Review's assessment exceeds the fair market value of the property based on our recent purchase price of the home, and based on recent comparable sales in the neighborhood. The property was purchased in an arm's-length transaction on November 10, 2025 for $338,000. The sellers created an auction environment requiring offers by a “no later than (date)”. Under these circumstances, many bids were entered, and the sellers took our offer, which was the highest. As the top offer, this reflects the property’s true and fair market value. Jurisdictional Issues: Did you protest the assessment at a Board of Review? Yes If Yes, check which Board of Review you attended: March If No, please check the applicable reason(s): Year(s) Under Appeal: 2026 Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal: Parcel Number: 70-16-13-426-016 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 172500 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 172500 What do you believe is the fair market value? 338000 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 169000 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 169000 Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature 2 of 3
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR Petitioner’s Signature: /s/ Josh Huls 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 3 of 3
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SC_Notice_of_Docket_Number.2026-10-08_13-10-49.pdfRead complete document text →
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR Joshua Cole Huls, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002816 City Of Zeeland, 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 8, 2026 PROOF OF SERVICE I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized representatives. By: Tribunal Clerk MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR Joshua Cole Huls, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002816 City Of Zeeland, 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 8, 2026 PROOF OF SERVICE I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized representatives. By: Tribunal Clerk MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906
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03/11/2026 09:31 AM 2026 BOARD OF REVIEW DECISION FROM CITY OF ZEELAND ASSESSOR 21 SOUTH ELM STREET ZEELAND M1 49464 NAME AND ADDRESS OF OWNER OR PERSON NAMED ON ASSESSMENT ROLL PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION: (Parcel Code required Property address and legal description optional ) 70-16-13-426-016 321 N COLONIAL ST B & K HOLDINGS-HULS JOSHUA-EM 321 N COLONIAL ST ZEELAND MI 49464-1123 LOTS 118 AND 119 DEJONGE 2ND ADD THIS PROPERTY IS CLASSIFIED 40! (RESIDENTIAL-IMPROVED) Thank you for attending this years March Board of Review. The Board has reviewed the information you supplied and the data necessary to compute your assessment and taxable value The Board has completed their review of parcel number 70-16-13-426-016 They have made the following determination based on the information you supplied Board of Review Comments BOARD REVIEWED COMPARABLE SALES AND DETERMINED AV SHOULD BE SET TO $172,500 | 2026 ORIGINAL ASSESSED VALUE 187.000 [2026 "BOARD OF REVIEW" ASSESSED VALUE 172,500 (If the above amounts are the same, no revisions have occured) [2026 ORIGINAL TAXABLE VALUE 187,000 | [2026 "BOARD OF REVIEW" TAXABLE VALUE 172,500 | [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 letter appeals. Rather, you are required to file a petition to initiate a new Small Claims appeal. Petition forms are available on this website.” http://www. michigan gov/taxtrib/0,4677,7-187-38254---,00.html
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American Land Title Association ALTA Settlement Statement - Borrower/Buyer Adopted 05-01-2015 Lighthouse Title, inc. ALTA Universal ID: 1005766 321 Settlers Road Suite 120 Holland, Mi 49423 File No./Escrow No. : HL25-10340795 Print Date & Time: November 10, 2025 8:41 am Officer/Escrow Officer : Marsha Myaard Settlement Location : 321 Settlers Road, Suite 120 Holland, MI 49423 Property Address: 321 N. Colonial St. Zeeland, Ml 49464 Buyer: B & K Holdings LLC 6611 Ranson St Zeeland, Mi 49464 Seller: Jeffery R. Wilkinson and Jessica L. Wilkinson 321 N. Colonial St. Zeeland, Mi 49464 Lender: Settlement Date: November 10, 2025 Disbursement Date: November 10, 2025 Description Borrower/Buyer Debit Credit Financial Sale Price of Property 338,000.00 Deposit CL 3,000.00 Prorations/Adjustments ) City/Town Taxes 412.43 11/10/25 - 01/01/26 Title Charges and Escrow/Settlement Charges Bank Wire Fee to Lighthouse Title, Inc. 30.00 ) Closing Fee - Buyer to Lighthouse Title, Inc. 350.00 B Recording Processing Fee to Lighthouse Title, Inc. 15.00 Attorney Charges to Cunningham Dalman 1,292.50 Commissions | Selling Broker Admin Fee to North South Realty Group 495.00 Government Recording and Transfer Charges Capyright 2015 American Land Title Association File # HL.25-10340795 / 37 All rights reserved Page 1of2 Printed on 11/10/25 at 8:41:58AM by Marsha.Myaard
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Borrower/Buyer 4, pret Debit -Credit Government Recording and Transfer Charges (continued) Recording Fees to Ottawa County Register of Deeds 65.00 Miscellaneous 1031 Intermediary Fee to West Michigan Exchange Services $250.00 paid outside closing by Buyer Buyer Exchange Funds Credit ] 337,659.93 ] ._- Debit i Credit Subtotals 340,659.93 340,659.93 Totals 340,659.93 340,659.93 Acknowledgement Wefl have carefully reviewed the ALTA Settlement Statement and find it to be a true and accurate statement-of all receipts and disbursements made on my account or by me in this transaction and further certify that | have received a copy of the ALTA Settlement Statement. We/l authorize Lighthouse Title, Inc. to cause the funds to be disbursed ir accordance with this statement. Buyer Holdings LI BY: Brian Smith Member BY: Xo rt Kristen Smith Member homas L, Host Manager Mak gad Marsha Myaard Settlement Officer " +C ht 2015 American Land Title Associationdiate . File # HL25-10340795 / 37 Aight reserved ’ Page 2 of 2 Printed on 11/10/26 at 8:41:68AM by Marsha Myaard
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ETRERRR RRRARERAARNCAAACROAOITmmmm $487,550 754 E Lincoln Avenue, Zeeland, MI 49464 Residential Sold Agent Detail Report Sold List Number: 25006765 Property Sub-Type: Single Family Status: $495,000 List Price: Residence Holland/Saugatuck - Area: New Construction: No Original List Price: H $495,000 Ottawa County: City Zeeland Municipality: $281.73 List Price/SqFt: 701719278006 #: ID Tax 84x165 Dimensions: Lot 277.49 Price/SqFt: Sold F Road Is No Waterfront: Days on Market: 13 Cumulative Days on Mark 3 L 8 Lot Square Footage: 13,852 Directions: From State Street (96th Ave) turn onto Lincoln Ave. Located on the corner of Lincoln Ave and Fairview Ave. Cross Streets: Fairview and Goodrich SqFt Source: Previous Listing — Upper Main Lower Bsmt Total Bedrooms 3 1 0 0 4 Full Baths 1 0 0 0 1 Half Baths 0 1 0 0 1 Fin/Level 840 917 0 267 § 2024 (Finished All Levels) Total Sqft 0 917 1,757 (Sqft Above Grade) ROOMS/DIMENSIONS/LEVELS Upper 2 Bedroom Upper Bedroom Primary Room Main Dining 1915 Built: Year Style: Traditional Architectural poe 3 Bedroom Main 1 Bathroom Main Kitchen Public 2 Water: ain Stories: Upper Bedroom 4 2 Bathroom Main Room Living Sewer Public Sewer: Driveway: Paved Main Level Primary: Yes # of Rms Above Grade: 10 Legal: N 198 FT OF E 117 FT OF SE 1/4 OF NE 1/4 EXC N 25 FT FOR RD SEV: 107,500 For Tax Year: 2020 Homestead %: 100 2024 Tax Year: R/W. SEC 19 T5N R14W CORRECTED 1/94 None Known Assmt/Type: Special R1 Zoning: Taxable Value: 94,155 Seller's Annual Property Tax: 4,881.46 School District: Zeeland Air Forced Type: Heat Ground Cover; Shrubs/Hedges Landscape: Conventional Cash; Available: Terms Gas Natural Source: Heat Conditions: None Sale Public Paved; Street Type: Air Central Conditioning: Air Outbuildings: Siding Material: Wood Exterior Access Room Features: Mud Kitchen Roofing:
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL Docket Number: 26-002816 Is this case currently pending in the Small Claims Division? Yes Party Filing Document Petitioner Files Document Type: Documentation Attachment File Name: Fee Information Filing Fee: $ 0.00 Payment Information Payment: $ 0.00 MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906
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July 22, 2026 Michigan Tax Tribunal Small Claims Division P.O. Box 30232 Lansing, MI 48909 Re: Letter of Appeal - Small Claims Division Property Address: 321 North Colonial St., Zeeland, MI 49464 Parcel Number: 70-16-13-426-016 Local Unit: City of Zeeland, Ottawa County, Michigan Tax Year: 2026 To the Michigan Tax Tribunal: I am writing to appeal the 2026 assessed value, taxable value, and state equalized value of the above-referenced property, currently set at $172,500 each, as determined by the City of Zeeland March Board of Review. I appeared before the Zeeland March Board of Review, which reduced the value from its original tentative figure but did not reduce it to a level I believe accurately reflects the property's true cash value. The property was purchased in an arm's-length transaction on November 10, 2025 for $338,000. The sellers created an auction environment requiring offers by a “no later than (date)”. Under these circumstances, many bids were entered, and the sellers took our offer, which was the highest. As the top offer, this reflects the property’s true and fair market value. Half of the $338,000 purchase price is $169,000, which I believe is a more accurate reflection of the property's assessed value, taxable value, and state equalized value than the Board of Review's current figure of $172,500. I am requesting that the Tribunal reduce the assessed value, taxable value, and state equalized value of this property to $169,000 for the 2026 tax year. In support of this appeal, I have enclosed the following: 1. Copy of the executed purchase agreement/closing statement showing a purchase price of $338,000 2. The Zeeland Board of Review decision notice 3. Comparable sales data and appraisals This property is my principal residence and carries a Principal Residence Exemption. Please let me know if any additional information is required. Sincerely, _______________________________ Joshua and Emily Huls 321 North Colonial St. Zeeland, MI 49464 308-850-5985 emilyandjoshhuls@gmail.com
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR PROPERTY TAX APPEAL PETITION FORM VALUATION / UNCAPPING APPEAL MTT DOCKET NO. Petitioner’s Contact Information: Filer Type: Local Unit of Government: Individual First Name M.I. Last Name Joshua Cole Huls Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 321 N Colonial Street City or Town State ZIP Code Zeeland Michigan 49464 Telephone Number 3088505985 E-mail Address emilyandjoshhuls@gmail.com Subject Property Information: How many parcels are you appealing? If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? 1 *If no, you must file separate appeals for each parcel N/A Property Address (No., Street) 321 N Colonial Street City or Town County State ZIP Code Zeeland Ottawa Michigan 49464 Taxing Authority (City or Township) City Of Zeeland (OTTAWA) Check which of the following you are appealing: (check all that apply) True Cash and Taxable Values Please Explain the Reason for this Appeal: 1 of 3
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR The Board of Review's assessment exceeds the fair market value of the property based on our recent purchase price of the home, and based on recent comparable sales in the neighborhood. The property was purchased in an arm's-length transaction on November 10, 2025 for $338,000. The sellers created an auction environment requiring offers by a “no later than (date)”. Under these circumstances, many bids were entered, and the sellers took our offer, which was the highest. As the top offer, this reflects the property’s true and fair market value. Jurisdictional Issues: Did you protest the assessment at a Board of Review? Yes If Yes, check which Board of Review you attended: March If No, please check the applicable reason(s): Year(s) Under Appeal: 2026 Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal: Parcel Number: 70-16-13-426-016 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 172500 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 172500 What do you believe is the fair market value? 338000 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 169000 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 169000 Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature 2 of 3
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR Petitioner’s Signature: /s/ Josh Huls 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 3 of 3
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