Don’t Overpay on Property Taxes - Appeal your Assessment (Steps & Process)
The Jefferson East Neighborhood Resource Hub is driven by its vision that Housing & Opportunity Matter for Everyone (H.O.M.E). Understanding property taxes is an integral component to homeownership, yet the topic is rarely presented in a clear, uncomplicated manner. We are here to simplify it for you!
Read below to understand why and how to appeal.
Why is the Notice of Assessment important?
The assessment determines in part the amount homeowners owe each year in property taxes. The assessment also contains important information, such as the Parcel ID. If you believe that your property has been assessed too high you can appeal, which may reduce your property tax bills. Appeal during the February Assessors Review Period, February 1, 2021, through February 22, 2021. The appeal period normally ends on February 15th but has been extended for 2021. The city of Detroit announced that they would begin mailing Notice of Assessments to homeowners on January 25, 2021.
Reasons to Appeal:
Structural defects, fire damage, and the market values of comparable homes are possible reasons to appeal the assessed value of your home. Take photos, get estimates for repairs, and/or compare your home with the market sales of similar properties nearby.
In Detroit, there are three steps to the annual appeal process:
(1) Assessors Review (local; February 1 - February 22)
(2) March Board of Review (local) - if needed
(3) Michigan Tax Tribunal (state) - if needed
Step One - February Appeal
You can appeal by mail, email or online using the DocuSign link below. You must appeal during the review period: February 1 - February 22. Check out the city of Detroit website for more information.
Mailing: If the appeal is in writing, use this form. Mail must be postmarked by February 22, 2021.
Assessors Review - City of Detroit
Coleman A. Young Municipal Center
2 Woodward Ave., Suite 824
Detroit, MI 48226
Email: Appeals by email must be received by 4:30pm on February 22, 2021.
Fill out this form (link) and email to Assessorreview@Detroitmi.gov
Online via DocuSign: Appeals through this link must be received by 4:30 pm on February 22, 2021.
Look for your notice of assessment in the mail. Here is an EXAMPLE Notice of Assessment from a previous calendar year: sample notice of assessment form
Contact the Jefferson East Neighborhood Resource Hub at 313-314-6414 for help with property tax information and programs. We are here to help residents navigate a range of housing improvement, homeowner stabilization, and enhancement services along Detroit’s east Jefferson corridor.