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Linsey Feldman Petitioner V Township Of Lakefield Respondent
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- Linsey Feldman
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- Township Of Lakefield
Case overview
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- 26-002519-TT
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- Default Petitioner
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- SC Property
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- Small Claims Division
- County
- Luce
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Docket history
| Line # | Subject | Filer | Line Ref | Enter Date/Post Mark | Fee | Related Item |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Attachments to the Petition were filed | PET | Not recorded | 09/23/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 4 | Order of Default of Petitioner | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/18/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 3 | Petition has been verified | PET | 1 | 09/18/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 2 | Notice of Docket Number SC | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/18/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 1 | A petition was received. | PET | Not recorded | 06/30/2026 | $150.00 | Download |
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Michigan Department of Treasury 618 (Rev. 12-25) Reset Form Petition to Board of Review L-4035 This form is issued under the Authority of PA 206 of 1893. as amended. Filing I$ voluntary depp you may not appeal to the Michigan Tax Tribunal unless fi to the Board of Review, Bx afit when the property 18 classified as commaercia) real, industrial real, or developmental real You may ois appeal property ¢ Arcderpueh. oa PE . ion to the State Tax Commission unless you first protest to the Board of Review TO BE COMPLETED BY OWNER OR OWNER'S AGENT [ Owner s Name (Please Print or Type) Petitioner's Name (If Other than Owner. Please Print or Type) | Linsey & Derek Feldman a Township or City a oo Bh | County | Year of Appeal TERE | Lakefield Township Luce 2026 |, The undersigned protests the assessed value and/or the tentative taxable value and/or the property classification and/or the qualified agricultural property exemption of the following described property’ — optional.) \ — Prope Identified (Parcel cod 4800 ( e required Property address and legal descriptiO 2-002-004-0200 M-28, McMillan Mi — a —t —— — — Taxable Status Classification Qualified Agricultural Property Exemption \ — —— — — Protested Item: ~ Assessed Value Tentative Taxable Value (exemption) 1 PROTEST OF ASSESSMENT 7 i ] Complete this section for a protest of assessed value, including assessed value changes associated with exempt status and denied or late filed personal property forms. Assessed Value Owner's Estimate of True Cash Value (Market Value) 45,000 54,000 2. PROTEST OF TAXABLE VALUE i Complete this section for a protest of Taxable Value. Reason: Value of Losses Value of Additions Poverty Exemption B Uncapping % mm——— 3. PROTEST OF CLASSIFICATION LE TR pe——— | Complete this section for a request to change the classification. The Board of Review must make their decision regarding classification in accordance with Section 211.34c¢ of the Michigan Compiled Laws. The Board of Review shall not be influenced by the effect that a particular classification has on that property's status as a homeowner's principal residence or qualified agricultural property.) Classification of property on this year's assessment roll Classification should be (check one of the following): Timber Cutover Utility (Personal Property Only) Agricultural Industrial Commercial Residential Developmental 4 PROTEST OF EXEMPTION FOR QUALIFIED AGRICULTURAL PROPERTY If the assessor has denied of changed the percentage of the exemption from the 18 mills of local school operating tax for qualified agricultural proper- ty, the owner may appeal this action to the March Board of Review. THE BOARD OF REVIEW HAS NO AUTHORITY TO CONSIDER OR ACT UPON THE EXEMPTION FROM THE 18 SCHOOL OPERATING MILLS FOR HOMEOWNER'S PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE PROPERTIES.) ualified agncultural exemption granted by assessor (Enter O if exemption Percent qualified agricultural exemption requested by owner (Enter 100 if full exemption requested) ————— ee ————————————— w— Percent gq denied) REASON FOR PROTEST Pe Jor qualified agricultural property exemption State reason(s) for protest of assessed value and/or the tentative taxable value and/or taxable status and/or classification and r The subject property consists of four parcels purchased together in 2025 in an arm s-length transaction for $290,000. The current assessed values imply a total market value of approximately $356,000, which exceeds the recent purchase price. The Lakefield Township parcels consist largely of swamp/lowland and lack direct road access, being accessible only through the Columbus Township parcels, which further limits their independent market value. | t that the Board review and adjust the assessments to better reflect the recent market sale. respectfully reques CERTIFICATION Signature Date Phone Number : lb 3/9/26 2173203411 Address Te 197 109th Ave, Plainwell Ml 49080 BE ons —— CA
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FOR BOARD OF REVIEW USE ONLY ned number in the Board of Review minutes INSTRUCTIONS: Incorporate a copy of this form and the asgig ——— eee —— ai Parge Code $002 ~- D2 - OO“) - O22 \ a — -~ ~~ I) ~~ 00 | 1. ASSESSED VALUE | Disposition by Board of Review The Board of Review must state the reason for its action below >< Denied = ] Assessed Value Changed From Record of Vote — Board or three-member No mmittee of board NO inials Yi ne Member: Member LA Yes [Ino HZ i \ Inials Chairperson S [Petition Number N RJ] Yes Gp for Board Action BLEH USE AROAELTY BEEASE fC PFE DECOURIT FOL _TACLEASS If you disagree with the decision of the Board of Review regarding tentative assesse at PO Box 30232, Lansing, MI 48909. Commercial Real, Industria be appealed by May 31 Agricultural Real, Residential Real, Timber-Cutover Real and Agricu -higan Tax Tribunal forms | on a Michigan Tax Tribunal form or a form approved by the ivichigan Ta. Tribunal. Mic TENTATIVE TAXABLE VALUE appeal that d d value, you may rcial Persona |, Comme ’ the reason for its action below 5) LAF 4/0 U LAD ecision by filing a petiti I. Industrial Personal a July 31. The petition must be filed | Real, Developmental Rea itural Personal Property may are available on with the Michigan Tax Tribunal nd Utility Personal Properly may be appealed by at www michigan.goy/taxiro. eb— sa 2 Disposition by Board of Review. The Board of Review must state » Denied El Tentative Taxable Value Changed From to (See attached L-4035A) Record of Vote — Board or three-member committee of board 5 1 Chairperson: Yes No Member: Yes No Member Yes 5 No Initials Initials Initials ——————————————————————— Reason for Board Action e value, you may appeal that ding tentative taxabl tal Real, Commercial Persona decision of the Board of Review regar | Real, Developmen decision by filing a
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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: 26-002519 Is this case currently pending in the Small Claims Division? Yes Party Filing Document Petitioner Files Document Type: Attachments to Petition Attachment File Name: Scanned Document Fee Information Filing Fee: $ 0.00 Payment Information Payment: $ 0.00
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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 Linsey Feldman, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002519 Township Of Lakefield, Respondent. ORDER OF DEFAULT The Tribunal has reviewed the file in the above-captioned case and finds that: Petitioner did not submit a copy of the notice giving rise to the appeal (i.e., notice of action taken by Board of Review, uncapping notice, PRE denial notice, final assessment notice, etc.), as required by TTR 279. As such, Petitioner must submit the notice within 14 days of the entry of this order. Therefore, IT IS ORDERED that Petitioner is HELD IN DEFAULT. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the defaulted party shall cure the default, as indicated above, within 14 days of the entry of this order.1 Failure to comply with this order will result in the defaulted party being required to file a motion to set aside the default (with appropriate filing fee). By: /s/ Patricia L. Halm Entered: September 18, 2026 1 “A submission by mail is considered filed on the date indicated by the United States Postal Service postmark on the envelope containing the submission. A submission without a postmark or with an illegible postmark is considered filed on the date the submission is received by the tribunal. A submission by commercial delivery service is considered filed on the date the submission is given to the commercial service for delivery to the tribunal as indicated by the receipt date on the package containing the submission. A submission by personal service is considered filed on the date the submission is received. A submission through the tribunal’s e-filing system by 11:59 p.m. on a business day is considered filed on that business day. A submission by email to the email address designated by the tribunal by 11:59 p.m. on a business day is considered filed on that business day. A submission on a Saturday, a Sunday, or a holiday is considered filed on the following business day, as provided by section 35a of the tax tribunal act, MCL 205.735a.” TTR 225(5).
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MTT Docket No. 26-002519 Page 2 of 2 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 Linsey Feldman, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002519 Township Of Lakefield, Respondent. ORDER OF DEFAULT The Tribunal has reviewed the file in the above-captioned case and finds that: Petitioner did not submit a copy of the notice giving rise to the appeal (i.e., notice of action taken by Board of Review, uncapping notice, PRE denial notice, final assessment notice, etc.), as required by TTR 279. As such, Petitioner must submit the notice within 14 days of the entry of this order. Therefore, IT IS ORDERED that Petitioner is HELD IN DEFAULT. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the defaulted party shall cure the default, as indicated above, within 14 days of the entry of this order.2 Failure to comply with this order will result in the defaulted party being required to file a motion to set aside the default (with appropriate filing fee). By: /s/ Patricia L. Halm Entered: September 18, 2026 2 “A submission by mail is considered filed on the date indicated by the United States Postal Service postmark on the envelope containing the submission. A submission without a postmark or with an illegible postmark is considered filed on the date the submission is received by the tribunal. A submission by commercial delivery service is considered filed on the date the submission is given to the commercial service for delivery to the tribunal as indicated by the receipt date on the package containing the submission. A submission by personal service is considered filed on the date the submission is received. A submission through the tribunal’s e-filing system by 11:59 p.m. on a business day is considered filed on that business day. A submission by email to the email address designated by the tribunal by 11:59 p.m. on a business day is considered filed on that business day. A submission on a Saturday, a Sunday, or a holiday is considered filed on the following business day, as provided by section 35a of the tax tribunal act, MCL 205.735a.” TTR 225(5).
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MTT Docket No. 26-002519 Page 2 of 2 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 Linsey Feldman, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002519 Township Of Lakefield, Respondent. ORDER OF DEFAULT The Tribunal has reviewed the file in the above-captioned case and finds that: Petitioner did not submit a copy of the notice giving rise to the appeal (i.e., notice of action taken
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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 Linsey M.I. Last Name Feldman Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 197 109th Ave City or Town Plainwell State Michigan ZIP Code 49080 Telephone Number 2173203411 E-mail Address linsey@derekandlinsey.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) M-28 City or Town McMillan County Luce State Michigan ZIP Code 49853 Taxing Authority (City or Township) Township Of Lakefield (LUCE) 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 This petition concerns two adjoining parcels in Lakefield Township that were purchased as part of a four-parcel, arm's-length transaction in 2025 for a total purchase price of $290,000. The current assessments attribute a combined market value to the two Lakefield parcels that exceeds their actual market value. These parcels consist predominantly of wetlands/lowland and have no direct road access, being accessible only through the adjoining Columbus Township parcels. These characteristics substantially limit their independent marketability and value and were not adequately reflected in the assessment. Accordingly, the assessed True Cash Values exceed the parcels' actual market values. 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: 480020020040200 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 45000 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 45000 What do you believe is the fair market value? 54000 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 27000 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal:
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 3 of 3 Parcel Number: 480020020030400 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 41900 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 41900 What do you believe is the fair market value? 50000 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 25000 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature Petitioner’s Signature: /s/ Linsey Feldman Attorney or Authorized Agent’s Signature: /s/ Fee Information: If you do not have a Principal Residence Exemption of at least 50% at the time of the filing of this petition, you are required to pay a filing fee for the filing of this appeal. The filing fee is based on the greater of State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention. If you are appealing more than one parcel, the parcel with the highest State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention will be used to determine your filing fee, plus $25.00 will be added for each additional parcel being appealed. Property tax appeal: Residential** Non-Residential SEV or TV in contention* Filing fee*** Filing Fee** $100,000 or less...........................................................................................$ 125.00 $250.00 $100,000.01 to $500,000.00.........................................................................$ 200.00 N/A More than $500,000…..................................................................................$ 300.00 N/A Does the subject property have a principal residence exemption of at least 50% as of the date of the filing of this petition? No
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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 Linsey Feldman, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002519 Township Of Lakefield, Respondent. NOTICE OF DOCKET NUMBER TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claims petition has been filed and the above-noted docket number has been assigned to that petition. The assignment of the docket number does not mean that the Tribunal has authority over the petition or that the petition complies with the Tribunal’s rules. The docket number needs to be included on all documents submitted in this case. Respondent shall file an answer to the petition within 28 days of the issuance of a copy of this Notice to Respondent. Tribunal answer forms are available on our website at www.michigan.gov/taxtrib. Respondents must utilize the appropriate answer form. Failure to file the answer within the 28-day time frame may result in the placement of Respondent in default, as provided by TTR 281. Further, an electronic copy of the petition can be reviewed by utilizing the Docket Lookup Search on the Tribunal’s website. By: Tribunal Clerk Entered: September 18, 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 Linsey Feldman, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002519 Township Of Lakefield, Respondent. NOTICE OF DOCKET NUMBER TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claims petition has been filed and the above-noted docket number has been assigned to that petition. The assignment of the docket number does not mean that the Tribunal has authority over the petition or that the petition complies with the Tribunal’s rules. The docket number needs to be included on all documents submitted in this case. Respondent shall file an answer to the petition within 28 days of the issuance of a copy of this Notice to Respondent. Tribunal answer forms are available on our website at www.michigan.gov/taxtrib. Respondents must utilize the appropriate answer form. Failure to file the answer within the 28-day time frame may result in the placement of Respondent in default, as provided by TTR 281. Further, an electronic copy of the petition can be reviewed by utilizing the Docket Lookup Search on the Tribunal’s website. By: Tribunal Clerk Entered: September 18, 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 Linsey Feldman, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002519 Township Of Lakefield, Respondent. NOTICE OF DOCKET NUMBER TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claims petition has been filed and the above-noted docket number has been assigned to that petition. The assignment of the docket number does not mean that the Tribunal has authority over the petition or that the petition complies with the Tribunal’s rules. The docket number needs to be included on all documents submitted in this case. Respondent shall file an answer to the petition within 28 days of the issuance of a copy of this Notice to Respondent. Tribunal answer forms are available on our website at www.michigan.gov/taxtrib. Respondents must utilize the appropriate answer form. Failure to file the answer within the 28-day time frame may result in the placement of Respondent in default, as provided by TTR 281. Further, an electronic copy of the petition can be reviewed by utilizing the Docket Lookup Search on the Tribunal’s website. By: Tribunal Clerk Entered: September 18, 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 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 Linsey M.I. Last Name Feldman Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 197 109th Ave City or Town Plainwell State Michigan ZIP Code 49080 Telephone Number 2173203411 E-mail Address linsey@derekandlinsey.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) M-28 City or Town McMillan County Luce State Michigan ZIP Code 49853 Taxing Authority (City or Township) Township Of Lakefield (LUCE) 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 This petition concerns two adjoining parcels in Lakefield Township that were purchased as part of a four-parcel, arm's-length transaction in 2025 for a total purchase price of $290,000. The current assessments attribute a combined market value to the two Lakefield parcels that exceeds their actual market value. These parcels consist predominantly of wetlands/lowland and have no direct road access, being accessible only through the adjoining Columbus Township parcels. These characteristics substantially limit their independent marketability and value and were not adequately reflected in the assessment. Accordingly, the assessed True Cash Values exceed the parcels' actual market values. 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: 480020020040200 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 45000 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 45000 What do you believe is the fair market value? 54000 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 27000 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal:
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 3 of 3 Parcel Number: 480020020030400 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 41900 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 41900 What do you believe is the fair market value? 50000 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 25000 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature Petitioner’s Signature: /s/ Linsey Feldman Attorney or Authorized Agent’s Signature: /s/ Fee Information: If you do not have a Principal Residence Exemption of at least 50% at the time of the filing of this petition, you are required to pay a filing fee for the filing of this appeal. The filing fee is based on the greater of State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention. If you are appealing more than one parcel, the parcel with the highest State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention will be used to determine your filing fee, plus $25.00 will be added for each additional parcel being appealed. Property tax appeal: Residential** Non-Residential SEV or TV in contention* Filing fee*** Filing Fee** $100,000 or less...........................................................................................$ 125.00 $250.00 $100,000.01 to $500,000.00.........................................................................$ 200.00 N/A More than $500,000…..................................................................................$ 300.00 N/A Does the subject property have a principal residence exemption of at least 50% as of the date of the filing of this petition? No
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