Assessment Information
Assessor
Robert Logee - 231-533-8003 Ext. 5.
Assessed Value Determinations
The yearly determination of a property’s assessed value is done by the township assessing department. The Assessor is required by the State to assess all real and personal property in the township at fifty (50) percent of market value as of December 31 of each year. Market value is defined as the most likely price that a property would sell for in an arm’s length transaction with no undue influence suffered by either the buyer or seller. An individual selling price does not establish the assessed value of any property, rather an analysis of all sales is done to establish uniform values for all properties in Forest Home Township. Various factors are taken into consideration when establishing the assessment, including, but not limited to location, size and utilization, age, style, surrounding properties, and land and improvement values.
Taxable Value
With the advent of Proposal A (P.A. 415 of 1994), the value upon which property owners pay tax on is called the Taxable Value. This value is used to calculate one’s property taxes, and has been set at the 1994 assessed value and multiplied by the rate of inflation for every year that it has been owned by the same entity. As long as the property has not transferred ownership and not been added to, the annual increase in taxes is limited (or capped) by the rate of inflation.
Principle Residence Exemption
If you own and occupy a property that is considered your principal residence, you can file an affidavit that allows you to claim an exemption from some school operating taxes. This affidavit is also available online at this location.
New Construction
If you have had any new construction or remodeling in the past year, you can expect a visit from the assessor or his assistant sometime between the middle of November and the middle of January.
Assessment Questions
Please contact the Assessor for:
Scheduling an in-person meeting
Reviewing assessment records
Informal (pre-March) discussions
All inquires will receive a response within five (5) business days.
Forms & Reports
Principle Residence Exemption (PRE) Affidavit
Rescind Principle Residence Exemption (PRE)
Property Transfer Affidavit
Land Division Application
Poverty Exemption Application
Parcel Info Search - Antrim County
Accessibility Policy
Exemption Process Guidelines
Poverty Exemption Guidelines
Personal Property Canvas Policy
2026-Economic Condition Factor (ECF)
2026-Land Studies
2026 Board of Review Schedule
Board of Review meetings are held in the Township Hall at 321 N. Bridge Street, Bellaire, MI 49615. No appointments necessary.
Board of Directors: David Ciganick, Julia Pietrowicz, Kjell Svensson, Alternate-Vacant
Tuesday, March 3rd
11:00am
(Organizational Meeting - No appeals heard)
Tuesday, March 10th
9:00am - 12:00pm
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Wednesday, March 11th
2:00pm - 5:00pm
6:00pm - 9:00pm
What the Board of Review Does
The March Board of Review meets annually to hear appeals regarding property assessments.
The Board may review:
Assessed Value
Taxable Value (limited situations)
Property Classification
Qualified Agricultural Exemption (QAE)
The Board of Review does not determine tax rates or milages
Before Filing an Appeal
Residents may contact the Township Assessor before the March meetings. Many questions can be resolved informally.
Bring documentation to support your appeal, such as:
Recent appraisal
Comparable sales
Photos of condition issues
Repair estimates
Closing documents (if recently purchased)
Statement as to your contention of true cash value (market value)
Statements such as "my taxes are too high" are not sufficient without supporting market data.
How to Appeal
You may appeal:
In Person : Attend during the scheduled meeting times.
By Letter or Email : Written appeals must be received before the Board adjourns on March 11, 2026.
Mail appeals to : Helena Township Board of Review | c/o Assessor | PO Box 193, Alden, Michigan 49612
Assessor: Robert Logee
Phone: 231-350-1779
Email: rjlogee@hotmail.com
Include:
Parcel number
Property address
Contact phone number
Requested value
Supporting documentaion
You may use the form indicated on the back of the Valuation Notice. Form 618 (L-4035)
After the Board of Review
If you disagree with the Board's decision, you may appeal to the Michigan Tax Tribunal within the required deadlines, as indicated on the back of your Valuation Notice.