Sweco Flint LLC Petitioner Vs. City Of Flint Respondent
- Petitioner
- Sweco Flint LLC
- Respondent
- City Of Flint
Case overview
- Docket number
- 26-001665-TT
- Status
- Ready Schedule
- CaseType
- ET Property
- Division
- ET
- County
- Genesee
- Judge
- No judge assigned
Docket history
| Line # | Subject | Filer | Line Ref | Enter Date/Post Mark | Fee | Related Item |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | Proof of Service of Misc Documents was received. | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/25/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 5 | Answer was received | RESP | Not recorded | 09/25/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 4 | Proof of service of petition was received. | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/15/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 3 | Petition has been verified | Not recorded | 1 | 08/21/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 2 | Notice of Docket Number ET | Not recorded | Not recorded | 08/21/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 1 | A petition was received. | Not recorded | Not recorded | 05/28/2026 | $625.00 | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
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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: 26-001665 Is this case currently pending in the Small Claims Division? No Party Filing Document Respondent Files Document Type: Proof of Service: Misc Documents Attachment File Name: Proof of Service Fee Information Filing Fee: $ 0.00 Payment Information Payment: $ 0.00
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STATE OF MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT Of LICENSING & REGULATORY AFFAIRS MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL FLINT CENTER PROPERTIES, LLC Docket No. 26-001669 Petitioner Parcel Nos. 41-09-476-040 v. CITY OF FLINT Respondent Aaron M. Fales (P72864) Aneerah R. Ali (P61086) 330 Hamilton Row, Ste. 350 Assistant City Attorney Birmingham, MI 48009 City of Flint Law Department 248-767-2026 1101 S. Saginaw Street, 3rd afaleslaw@gmail.com Flint, Michigan 48502 810-237-2091 aali@cityofflint.com ____________________________________________________________________________________ PROOF OF SERVICE I hereby certify that on September 25, 2026, I served a true and correct copy of Respondent's Answer upon Petitioner's counsel by electronic email at afaleslaw@gmail.com. I declare that the foregoing is true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief. Dated: ___9/25/2026__________________ Respectfully submitted,
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CITY OF FLINT LAW DEPARTMENT By: ____Aneerah R. Ali________________________________ Aneerah Ali (P61086) Assistant City Attorney 1101 S. Saginaw Street Flint, Michigan 48502 Attorney for Respondent
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR Entire Tribunal Case Information Sheet - Respondent MTT DOCKET NO. 26-001665 Section 1: Respondent’s Contact Information Filer Type: Local Unit of Government Local Unit of Government City Of Flint (GENESEE) First Name M.I. Last Name Home Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) City or Town State ZIP Code Telephone 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 Aneerah M.I. R Last Name Ali Firm Name (if any) City Of Flint Legal Department Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 1101 S. Saginaw Street City or Town Flint State Michigan ZIP Code 48502 Telephone Number 810-814-6938 E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) aali@cityofflint.com Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature Respondent or Authorized Attorney/Representative’s Signature: Aneerah R. Ali /s/
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STATE OF MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT Of LICENSING & REGULATORY AFFAIRS MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SWECO FLINT, LLC Docket No. 26-001665 Petitioner Parcel Nos. 41-04-352-030 & v. 41-04-352-031 CITY OF FLINT Respondent Aaron M. Fales (P72864) Aneerah R. Ali (P61086) 330 Hamilton Row, Ste. 350 Assistant City Attorney Birmingham, MI 48009 City of Flint Law Department 248-767-2026 1101 S. Saginaw Street, 3rd afaleslaw@gmail.com Flint, Michigan 48502 810-237-2091 aali@cityofflint.com ____________________________________________________________________________________ RESPONDENT’S ANSWER TO THE ENTIRE TRIBUNAL PROPERTY TAX PETITION 1. Admit 2. Admit. 3. Deny. 4. Deny 5. Admit. 6. Deny 7. Deny
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RESERVATION OF RIGHTS Respondent reserves the right to amend or supplement this Answer and to assert any additional defenses that may become available through further investigation, discovery, or otherwise as permitted by the Michigan Tax Tribunal Rules. WHEREFORE, Respondent, City of Flint, respectfully requests That the tribunal deny the relief requested by the petitioner and that the Tribunal determine the subject property’s 2026 assessment be consistent with the evidence and applicable law and grant such other and further relief as the Tribunal deems just and appropriate. Respectfully submitted, CITY OF FLINT LAW DEPARTMENT /s/ Aneerah R. Ali By: __________________________________ Aneerah Ali (P61086) Assistant City Attorney City of Flint Department of Law 1101 S. Saginaw Street Flint, Michigan 48502 (810) 237-2091 aali@cityofflint.com 09/25/2026 Attorney for Respondent
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STATE OF MICHIGAN MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SWECO FLINT LLC, Petitioner, Vv. MTT Docket # 26-001665 CITY OF FLINT, Respondent. PROOF OF SERVICE STATE OF MICHIGAN }) } ss. COUNTY OF OAKLAND) Aaron M. Fales, being duly sworn, deposes and says that on September 2, iS 2026 he served a copy of Petitioner's Petition on the parties named on the attached list. Aaron M, Fales
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BY CERTIFIED UNITED STATES MAIL, RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED; CLERK FLINT 110] 8. SAGINAW FLINT, MI 48502 ASSESSOR FLINT 1101 5. SAGINAW FLINT, MI 48502 AND BY FIRST-CLASS UNITED STATES MAIL: CLERK GENESEE COUNTY 900 8. SAGINAW STREET FLINT, MI 48502-1514 DIRECTOR OF EQUALIZATION GENESEE COUNTY 900 S. SAGINAW STREET FLINT, MI 48502-1514 SECRETARY OF SCHOOL BOARD FLINT COMMUNITY SCHOOLS 923 E. KEARSLEY STREET FLINT, MI 48503-6106 STATE TREASURER MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY TREASURY BUILDING 430 W. ALLEGAN ST. LANSING, Mi 48922
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STATE OF MICHIGAN
GRETCHEN WHITMER
DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS
MARLON I. BROWN, DPA
GOVERNOR
LANSING
DIRECTOR
SWECO Flint LLC,
Petitioner,
MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL
\
MTT Docket No.: 26-001665
City Of Flint,
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 205.7353, 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), “[{]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 Tribunals rules.
By: Tribunal Clerk
Entered: August 21, 2026
PROOF OF SERVICE
| certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to thePage 4
STATE OF MICHIGAN
MICHIGAN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS SYSTEM
MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL
SWECO FLINT LLC,
Petitioner,
MTT Docket #26- 001665
vs.
Parcel No. 41-04-352-030 &
CITY OF FLINT,
41-04-352-031
Respondent.
;
PETITION
SWECO FLINT LLC ("Petitioner"), through its attorneys, Law Office of Aaron
M. Fales, P.C., says:
1.
Petitioner's principal office address
is PO BOX 480485, New Haven,
MI 48048.
Petitioner
is
a party
in interest with respect to property taxes on
contiguous
real
property
tax
parcel
nos.
41-04-352-030
and
41-04-352-031
("Petitioner's Property”), at 2010 N Dort Hwy., Flint, MI 48506.
2.
Respondent, City of Flint, assesses and collects property taxes on
Petitioner's Property.
3.
In 2026, Respondent determined the taxable value of Petitioner's
Property to be $33,883 and assessed Petitioner's Property at $43,000 resulting in a
state equalized value of the same amount based on the tenative equalizationPage 5
resulting in a state equalized value of the same amount based on the tenative
equalization factor for parcel 41-04-352-031.
4.
Petitioner's
Property
is
classified
as
Industrial
Real
Property.
Petitioner's Property
is an industrial property.
Petitioner believes that Petitioner's
Property was originally designed to be used for industrial purposes.
5.
This matter involves issues relating to: (a) valuation, (b) assessment,
(c} taxable value, and {d) uniformity.
6.
At this time, Petitioner believes, as
it relates to taxable value, that
there is a dispute relative to the value of a loss.
7.
The 2026 assessments, including state equalized value and taxable
value,
imposed
on
Petitioner's
Property,
and
the
taxes
to
be
levied
and
collected thereon, are invalid and unlawful and operate as a fraud upon the
taxpayer for the reasons that:
(a)
The
assessment,
including
state
equalized
value
and/or
faxable value, exceeds the amount permitted by the Michigan Constitution and
applicable statutes;
(b)
The
assessment,
including
state
equalized
value
and/or
taxable value, are af higher percentages of true cash value than permissible
under the Michigan Constitution and applicable statutes;Page 6
value of that portion of Petitioner's Property that is taxable under Michigan law, and are based upon the application of wrong principles; and, (d) The assessment, including state equalized value and/or taxable value, and the mode of assessment adopted by Respondent, discriminate against Petitioner and deny Petitioner its constitutional rights to uniformity, equal protection and due process of law. WHEREFORE, Petitioner requests that the Tax Tribunal enter an Order reducing the 2026 taxable value of Petitioner'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 MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL Docket Number: 26-001665 Is this case currently pending in the Small Claims Division? No Party Filing Document Petitioner Files Document Type: Proof of Service: Petition Attachment File Name: 26 - Flint (sweco) POS Fee Information Filing Fee: $ 0.00 Payment Information Payment: $ 0.00
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STATE OF MICHIGAN
MICHIGAN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS SYSTEM
MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL
SWECO FLINT LLC,
Petitioner,
vs.
CITY OF FLINT,
Respondent.
/
MTT Docket #26-
Parcel No. 41-04-352-030 &
41-04-352-031
PETITION
SWECO FLINT LLC (“Petitioner”), through its attorneys, Law Office of Aaron
M. Fales, P.C., says:
1.
Petitioner's principal office address is PO BOX 480485, New Haven,
MI 48048. Petitioner is a party in interest with respect to property taxes on
contiguous real property tax parcel nos. 41-04-352-030 and 41-04-352-031
("Petitioner's Property"), at 2010 N Dort Hwy., Flint, MI 48506.
2.
Respondent, City of Flint, assesses and collects property taxes on
Petitioner's Property.
3.
In 2026, Respondent determined the taxable value of Petitioner's
Property to be $33,883 and assessed Petitioner's Property at $43,000 resulting in a
state equalized value of the same amount based on the tenative equalization
factor for parcel 41-04-352-030 and determined the taxable value of Petitioner's
Property to be $1,252,148 and assessed Petitioner's Property at $1,293,100Page 2
resulting in a state equalized value of the same amount based on the tenative equalization factor for parcel 41-04-352-031. 4. Petitioner's Property is classified as Industrial Real Property. Petitioner's Property is an industrial property. Petitioner believes that Petitioner's Property was originally designed to be used for industrial purposes. 5. This matter involves issues relating to: (a) valuation, (b) assessment, (c) taxable value, and (d) uniformity. 6. At this time, Petitioner believes, as it relates to taxable value, that there is a dispute relative to the value of a loss. 7. The 2026 assessments, including state equalized value and taxable value, imposed on Petitioner's Property, and the taxes to be levied and collected thereon, are invalid and unlawful and operate as a fraud upon the taxpayer for the reasons that: (a) The assessment, including state equalized value and/or taxable value, exceeds the amount permitted by the Michigan Constitution and applicable statutes; (b) The assessment, including state equalized value and/or taxable value, are at higher percentages of true cash value than permissible under the Michigan Constitution and applicable statutes; (c) The assessment, including taxable value and/or state equalized value, are based upon an erroneous determination of the true cash
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value of that portion of Petitioner's Property that is taxable under Michigan law, and are based upon the application of wrong principles; and, (d) The assessment, including state equalized value and/or taxable value, and the mode of assessment adopted by Respondent, discriminate against Petitioner and deny Petitioner its constitutional rights to uniformity, equal protection and due process of law. WHEREFORE, Petitioner requests that the Tax Tribunal enter an Order reducing the 2026 taxable value of Petitioner's Property identified as Parcel 41- 04-352-030 from $33,883 to $1,000, and reducing the 2026 assessed and state equalized values of Petitioner's Property from $43,000 to $1,000 and reducing the 2026 taxable value of Petitioner's Property identified as Parcel 41-04-352-031 from $1,252,148 to $500,000, and reducing the 2026 assessed and state equalized values of Petitioner's Property from $1,293,100 to $500,000, and requiring Respondent to pay Petitioner the refunds attributable to such reductions, plus interest and costs. Dated: May 27, 2026 Respectfully submitted, LAW OFFICE OF AARON M. FALES, P.C. Attorney for Petitioner By: _________________________ Aaron M. Fales (P72864) 330 Hamilton Row, Ste. 350 Birmingham, MI 48009 (248) 767-9840
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR Entire Tribunal Case Information Sheet - Petitioner MTT DOCKET NO. Section 1: Petitioner’s Contact Information Filer type: Organization Local Unit of Government First Name M.I. Last Name/Company Name SWECO Flint LLC Home Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) PO Box 480485 City or Town New Haven State Michigan ZIP Code 48048 Telephone Number 2487679840 E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) afaleslaw@gmail.com Section 2: Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information First Name Aaron M.I. Last Name Fales Firm Name (if any) Law Office of Aaron M Fales, P.C. Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 330 Hamilton Row Suite 350 City or Town Birmingham State Michigan ZIP Code 48009 Telephone Number 248-767-9840 E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) afaleslaw@gmail.com Section 3: Issue Please designate one: Valuation Section 4: Subject Property Information How many parcels are you appealing? 2 Property Address (No., Street, City, ST, ZIP) [If multiple, list first property’s address] 2010 N Dort Flint
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR Michigan 48506 Taxing Authority (City or Township) City Of Flint (GENESEE) County Genesee If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? (*If no, you must file separate appeals for each non-contiguous or non-adjoining parcel.) N/A Section 5: Check which of the following you are appealing (check all that apply) True Cash and Taxable Values If “Other”, please explain: Section 6: Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal Parcel Number: 41-04-352-030 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Industrial (check one) Current Assessed Value (also known as State Equalized Value) as established by the Board of Review: 43000 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 33883 What do you believe is the fair market value (also known as True Cash Value)? 2000 Multiply the True Cash Value by 50% and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value (also known as State Equalized Value). 1000 If you belive the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 1000 Section 6: Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal Parcel Number: 41-04-352-031 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Industrial (check one) Current Assessed Value (also known as State Equalized Value) as established by the Board of Review: 1293100 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review:
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 1252148 What do you believe is the fair market value (also known as True Cash Value)? 1000000 Multiply the True Cash Value by 50% and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value (also known as State Equalized Value). 500000 If you belive the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 500000 Fee Information 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. If the State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention is: Your filing fee is: $100,000.00 and under $250.00 $100,000.01 to $500,000.00 $400.00 $Over $500,000.00 $600.00 * Plus $25.00 for each additional parcel, not to exceed a total filing fee of $2,000.00. A fee of $250.00 is required for the filing of a Special Assessment Appeal. A fee of $250.00 is required for the filing of an Equalization Tax Appeal. A fee of $250.00 is required for the filing of a Non-Property Tax Appeal. A fee of $150.00 is required for the filing of a Classification Tax Appeal Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature Petitioner or Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Signature: /s/ Aaron Fales Payment Information Amount: 625 Success: True Message: "" Waiver Code: Transaction Number: 26052887163642 Supporting Waiver Documents:
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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 SWECO Flint LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL v MTT Docket No.: 26-001665 City Of Flint, 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: August 21, 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 SWECO Flint LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL v MTT Docket No.: 26-001665 City Of Flint, 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: August 21, 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
MICHIGAN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS SYSTEM
MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL
SWECO FLINT LLC,
Petitioner,
vs.
CITY OF FLINT,
Respondent.
/
MTT Docket #26-
Parcel No. 41-04-352-030 &
41-04-352-031
PETITION
SWECO FLINT LLC (“Petitioner”), through its attorneys, Law Office of Aaron
M. Fales, P.C., says:
1.
Petitioner's principal office address is PO BOX 480485, New Haven,
MI 48048. Petitioner is a party in interest with respect to property taxes on
contiguous real property tax parcel nos. 41-04-352-030 and 41-04-352-031
("Petitioner's Property"), at 2010 N Dort Hwy., Flint, MI 48506.
2.
Respondent, City of Flint, assesses and collects property taxes on
Petitioner's Property.
3.
In 2026, Respondent determined the taxable value of Petitioner's
Property to be $33,883 and assessed Petitioner's Property at $43,000 resulting in a
state equalized value of the same amount based on the tenative equalization
factor for parcel 41-04-352-030 and determined the taxable value of Petitioner's
Property to be $1,252,148 and assessed Petitioner's Property at $1,293,100Page 2
resulting in a state equalized value of the same amount based on the tenative equalization factor for parcel 41-04-352-031. 4. Petitioner's Property is classified as Industrial Real Property. Petitioner's Property is an industrial property. Petitioner believes that Petitioner's Property was originally designed to be used for industrial purposes. 5. This matter involves issues relating to: (a) valuation, (b) assessment, (c) taxable value, and (d) uniformity. 6. At this time, Petitioner believes, as it relates to taxable value, that there is a dispute relative to the value of a loss. 7. The 2026 assessments, including state equalized value and taxable value, imposed on Petitioner's Property, and the taxes to be levied and collected thereon, are invalid and unlawful and operate as a fraud upon the taxpayer for the reasons that: (a) The assessment, including state equalized value and/or taxable value, exceeds the amount permitted by the Michigan Constitution and applicable statutes; (b) The assessment, including state equalized value and/or taxable value, are at higher percentages of true cash value than permissible under the Michigan Constitution and applicable statutes; (c) The assessment, including taxable value and/or state equalized value, are based upon an erroneous determination of the true cash
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value of that portion of Petitioner's Property that is taxable under Michigan law, and are based upon the application of wrong principles; and, (d) The assessment, including state equalized value and/or taxable value, and the mode of assessment adopted by Respondent, discriminate against Petitioner and deny Petitioner its constitutional rights to uniformity, equal protection and due process of law. WHEREFORE, Petitioner requests that the Tax Tribunal enter an Order reducing the 2026 taxable value of Petitioner's Property identified as Parcel 41- 04-352-030 from $33,883 to $1,000, and reducing the 2026 assessed and state equalized values of Petitioner's Property from $43,000 to $1,000 and reducing the 2026 taxable value of Petitioner's Property identified as Parcel 41-04-352-031 from $1,252,148 to $500,000, and reducing the 2026 assessed and state equalized values of Petitioner's Property from $1,293,100 to $500,000, and requiring Respondent to pay Petitioner the refunds attributable to such reductions, plus interest and costs. Dated: May 27, 2026 Respectfully submitted, LAW OFFICE OF AARON M. FALES, P.C. Attorney for Petitioner By: _________________________ Aaron M. Fales (P72864) 330 Hamilton Row, Ste. 350 Birmingham, MI 48009 (248) 767-9840
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR Entire Tribunal Case Information Sheet - Petitioner MTT DOCKET NO. Section 1: Petitioner’s Contact Information Filer type: Organization Local Unit of Government First Name M.I. Last Name/Company Name SWECO Flint LLC Home Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) PO Box 480485 City or Town New Haven State Michigan ZIP Code 48048 Telephone Number 2487679840 E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) afaleslaw@gmail.com Section 2: Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information First Name Aaron M.I. Last Name Fales Firm Name (if any) Law Office of Aaron M Fales, P.C. Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 330 Hamilton Row Suite 350 City or Town Birmingham State Michigan ZIP Code 48009 Telephone Number 248-767-9840 E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail) afaleslaw@gmail.com Section 3: Issue Please designate one: Valuation Section 4: Subject Property Information How many parcels are you appealing? 2 Property Address (No., Street, City, ST, ZIP) [If multiple, list first property’s address] 2010 N Dort Flint
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR Michigan 48506 Taxing Authority (City or Township) City Of Flint (GENESEE) County Genesee If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? (*If no, you must file separate appeals for each non-contiguous or non-adjoining parcel.) N/A Section 5: Check which of the following you are appealing (check all that apply) True Cash and Taxable Values If “Other”, please explain: Section 6: Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal Parcel Number: 41-04-352-030 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Industrial (check one) Current Assessed Value (also known as State Equalized Value) as established by the Board of Review: 43000 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 33883 What do you believe is the fair market value (also known as True Cash Value)? 2000 Multiply the True Cash Value by 50% and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value (also known as State Equalized Value). 1000 If you belive the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 1000 Section 6: Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal Parcel Number: 41-04-352-031 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Industrial (check one) Current Assessed Value (also known as State Equalized Value) as established by the Board of Review: 1293100 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review:
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 1252148 What do you believe is the fair market value (also known as True Cash Value)? 1000000 Multiply the True Cash Value by 50% and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value (also known as State Equalized Value). 500000 If you belive the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 500000 Fee Information 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. If the State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention is: Your filing fee is: $100,000.00 and under $250.00 $100,000.01 to $500,000.00 $400.00 $Over $500,000.00 $600.00 * Plus $25.00 for each additional parcel, not to exceed a total filing fee of $2,000.00. A fee of $250.00 is required for the filing of a Special Assessment Appeal. A fee of $250.00 is required for the filing of an Equalization Tax Appeal. A fee of $250.00 is required for the filing of a Non-Property Tax Appeal. A fee of $150.00 is required for the filing of a Classification Tax Appeal Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature Petitioner or Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Signature: /s/ Aaron Fales Payment Information Amount: 625 Success: True Message: "" Waiver Code: Transaction Number: 26052887163642 Supporting Waiver Documents:
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