Are you a home owner currently serving in the U.S. armed forces? You may need to file this form while you're on deployment to keep your PRE.
You'll need to complete the paper form. Click the Paper Form or In Person tab of this page for instructions to download the form. Call or visit our office if you need filling it out. You can find our number and address in the Contact Us section of this page.
If you are going to be deployed but plan to rent or lease your home while you're gone, you can keep your PRE as long as these conditions are met:
The form you use to apply for this exemption is a State of Michigan form called the Principal Residence Exemption (PRE) Active Duty Military Affidavit. This form has to be filed by May 1st of the first year the exemption would normally be denied.
You can fill out the form on your computer, but you'll need to print it and sign it before turning in the original to the City Assessor's office. Don't have a printer? You can pick up the form at our office, we're located at the address listed in the Contact Us section of this page.
Download and Print the PRE Active Duty Military Affidavit
If you're ready to submit, mail your original affidavit to the address listed in the Contact Us section of this page.
If you're approved we'll update our records and your exemption will remain on file. If you're denied, we'll mail you a letter to let you know.
You have the option to complete the affidavit at our office. If you filled out the form at home and you're ready to submit, visit us at the address listed in the Contact Us section of this page. Our office hours are 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
You can find our number in the Contact Us section of this page. You won't be able to apply over the phone, but we'll make sure you have everything you need to submit your application.