Principal exemption 2026

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The document is a Principal Residence Exemption (PRE) Affidavit form issued by the Michigan Department of Treasury, which allows homeowners to claim an exemption from local school district taxes for their principal residence. It includes instructions for completing the form, eligibility criteria, and details on how to submit it to the local assessor. The affidavit must be certified by the assessor and is only valid if the property is indeed the owner's principal residence.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the Principal Residence Exemption Affidavit in the editor.
Begin with Part 1: Property Information. Enter your Property Tax Identification Number accurately to ensure proper identification.
Fill in the Name of Local Unit by checking either Township or City, and specify the County.
Provide the complete Street Address of the property, followed by your Name and Last Four Digits of your Social Security Number.
Include your Daytime Telephone Number and repeat for any Co-Owner, if applicable.
Indicate the date you began owning and occupying the property, confirming it as your principal residence.
List the percentage of the property occupied by you as a principal residence. Consult with your local assessor if needed.
Complete Part 2: Certification by signing and dating the form. Ensure all information is accurate before submission.

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