Caseville, MI · Huron County
Principal Residence Exemption Affidavit
Property owners file this affidavit with the city or township assessor to claim a principal residence exemption for an eligible property.
What this form is
This affidavit lets an eligible owner claim a principal residence exemption for property they own and occupy as their permanent home. File it with the assessor for the city or township where the property is located; the form instructions explain when a filing may apply to current tax levies. It asks for property and owner details, exemption information, and signed certification.
Who needs it
An owner seeking a principal residence exemption for an eligible property files this affidavit with the assessor for the city or township where the property is located.
How to submit it
Mail the completed form to the city or township assessor where the property is located. The assessor’s mailing address may appear on your most recent tax bill or assessment notice; do not send the form to the Department of Treasury.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the owner certifies the information under penalty of perjury and signs and dates the form.
How to submit this form
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Download The Affidavit
Download the Principal Residence Exemption Affidavit.
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Complete The Form
Complete each line with the property and owner information requested. Use a separate affidavit for each property tax identification number.
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Sign And Date
Sign and date the certification. Enter a different mailing address if applicable.
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Mail It To The Assessor
Mail the completed form to the city or township assessor where the property is located; do not send it to the Department of Treasury.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Principal Residence Exemption Affidavit?
- It is a form for an eligible property owner to claim a principal residence exemption. It asks for property and owner information and includes a signed certification.
- Do I need a notary for the Principal Residence Exemption Affidavit?
- No. This document is signed without a notary. The owner certifies the information under penalty of perjury and signs and dates the form.
- How do I submit the Principal Residence Exemption Affidavit?
- Mail the completed form to the city or township assessor where the property is located. The assessor’s mailing address may be on your most recent tax bill or assessment notice.
- What information does the affidavit ask for?
- The form asks for the property tax identification number, property address, owner details, occupancy and exemption information, and signatures. Use a separate form for each property tax identification number.