Poverty Exemption

Program Overview & Eligibility

A Poverty Exemption may reduce city, township, or village property taxes for eligible residents. This is granted through your local Board of Review and must be applied for every tax year.

• Principal Residence: The property must be your primary home.
• Financial Criteria: Typically follows Federal Poverty Limits; local units may include an asset test.
• State Requirement: You must also file for a Homestead Tax Credit with the State of Michigan.
• Board of Review: Authority to reduce tax bills for the current year is held by the Board, which meets in March.

Note: While not required, you are highly encouraged to attend the Board of Review meeting in person.