Who can apply to defer summer taxes?

The form lists qualifying applicants, including people age 62 or older, certain eligible servicepersons, veterans, surviving spouses, blind people, and people with qualifying disabilities. It also includes a qualification for agricultural real property.

Do I need a notary for the summer tax deferment application?

No. The application has a signature and date line but no notary block; the signer just signs and dates it.

Holly, MI · Oakland County

No notary required

Application for Deferment of Summer Taxes

This application lets qualifying property owners ask their city, village, or township treasurer to defer summer taxes on their property.

What this form is

Use this application to request deferment of summer taxes for a principal residence or agricultural real property. The form asks for applicant and property details, the basis for qualification, and a signed certification; the local treasurer may require additional documentation. File it with the municipality’s treasurer to request deferment, since the tax due date is not extended unless the application is filed.

Who needs it

Property owners who meet one of the listed qualifications and want to request deferment of summer taxes file this application with their local treasurer.

How to submit it

File the application with the treasurer of your city, village, or township before September 15 or before your summer taxes are due, whichever is later. Do not file it with the Michigan Department of Treasury.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; the document does not identify a notarized or sworn attachment or related step.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Application for Deferment of Summer Taxes.
2
Complete The Form
Provide applicant and property information, select one listed basis for your request, and complete the certification.
3
Gather Supporting Documents
The local treasurer may require additional documentation to verify your claim.
4
Sign And Submit
Sign and date the application, then file it with your city, village, or township treasurer by the stated filing time.

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply to defer summer taxes?: The form lists qualifying applicants, including people age 62 or older, certain eligible servicepersons, veterans, surviving spouses, blind people, and people with qualifying disabilities. It also includes a qualification for agricultural real property.
How do I submit the summer tax deferment application?: File it with the treasurer of your city, village, or township before September 15 or before your summer taxes are due, whichever is later. Do not send it to the Michigan Department of Treasury.
Do I need a notary for the summer tax deferment application?: No. The application has a signature and date line but no notary block; the signer just signs and dates it.

Need something notarized?

This Application for Deferment of Summer Taxes doesn’t need a notary — but Michigan residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.