Holly, MI · Oakland County
Principal Residence Exemption Active Duty Military Affidavit
Property owners on active duty use this affidavit to ask the assessor to retain a Principal Residence Exemption for a qualifying property.
What this form is
This affidavit is for an owner with an established Principal Residence Exemption who is absent on active duty and wants to retain the exemption while the home is rented or leased as a residence. The owner provides property, owner, and occupancy details, answers eligibility questions, and states an intention to occupy the home after active duty. The form also requires a copy of the active duty orders.
Who needs it
An owner with an established Principal Residence Exemption may use this form if they are absent on active duty and intend to occupy the home afterward.
How to submit it
Mail the completed form and necessary documentation to the assessor for the city or township where the property is located. The form says to submit it on or before May 1 of the first year the exemption is being denied.
About notarization
No notary is required; the owner or co-owner signs and dates the certification under penalty of perjury and attaches a copy of the active duty orders.
How to submit this form
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Download the Affidavit
Download the Principal Residence Exemption Active Duty Military Affidavit.
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Complete the Property Information
Enter the property identification number, property address, tax year, owner details, and answers to the eligibility questions.
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Attach Active Duty Orders
Include a copy of the owner's active duty orders with the completed affidavit.
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Sign and Date the Form
The owner and any listed co-owner must sign and date the certification.
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Mail It to the Assessor
Mail the form and necessary documentation to the assessor where the property is located by the stated May 1 deadline.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Principal Residence Exemption Active Duty Military Affidavit?
- No. The owner or co-owner signs and dates the certification under penalty of perjury. Attach a copy of the active duty orders; the form does not require notarization.
- How do I submit the affidavit?
- Mail the completed form and necessary documentation to the assessor for the city or township where the property is located. Submit it on or before May 1 of the first year the exemption is being denied.
- What attachment does the form require?
- Attach a copy of the owner's active duty orders to the affidavit.