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This program assists qualified surviving spouses by providing tax savings on real estate or manufactured home taxes. DTE 105K form
The Child Care Center Exemption credit allows qualifying centers to receive a partial property exemption based on qualifications set by the State. Follow the link for form DTE 105J for additional information. DTE 105J form
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If your property has been damaged by a storm, fire, or by other means, you may be eligible for a reduction in your real estate tax bill. State law gives county auditors the authority to reduce real estate values for properties that have been damaged or destroyed. A substantial reduction in property value will result in a reduction in your real estate tax bill for your property until it has been restored to its prior condition.
Learn more here. DTE 26 form
The Real Property Exemption is to partially reduce or fully eliminate property taxes for non-profit and government owned and utilized properties. Please note that you must have owned the property for a year before you can apply for an exemption
Learn more here. DTE 23 form
The Current Agricultural Use Value (CAUV) is a program that reduces the land value of properties devoted exclusively to commercial agricultural use. By reducing the value, the program can substantially reduce property taxes for working farmers.
Learn more here. DTE 109 form