Michigan assessors are required by state law to review properties annually by conducting a field study to ensure accuracy of record cards. For Plainfield Township, the State Tax Commission recommends reappraising 20 percent of the township’s properties every year if possible, in order to accomplish a complete reappraisal every five years.

The Assessing Department will start this year’s reappraisal in April and will continue throughout the summer. Residents in the selected areas will receive a letter along with a survey to fill out and return to the assessor. In some cases a site visit may be required.

Please note that granting access to your property for the field study is voluntary; however, if not allowed on the property the assessor will have to make estimates on structural features that may affect your taxable value. Township employees conducting the field study will carry proper identification. If you have additional questions, call 616.726.8880.