Well I did a bunch of research and burned a PTO day, but I think I figured it out.
Let's see if I can lay this out simply for others who stumble upon this thread via Google. Hope this info will help people out.
Expiring NEZ abatement:
NEZ abatements are filed by the builder of a development for rehab or new construction. If they expire, there is no way to renew.
NEZ Homestead [[NEZ-H):
From what I understand, properties that fall into select neighborhoods in Detroit qualify for NEZ-H abatements. I have a map of the qualifying neighborhoods below.
This only applies to properties that are your homestead.
Attachment 37699
How to File:
1. Go to the Office of the Assessor in the city county building, floor 8.
2. Grab a ticket and wait in line [[read some articles, look up parts for your Jeep, etc).
3. Ask for an NEZ-H form [[they're not out in front, someone from the office has to get one for you). The form is titled "Application for Neighborhood Enterprise Zone Homestead Facility Certificate".
4. To file the form you will need:
- Three copies of recorded conveyance [[deed/land contract)
- One original and two copies of the completed NEZ-H application [[the assessor will make copies for you for a small fee).
- Copy of your drivers license. License has to show same NEZ-H address for which you are applying.
- Property has to be your primary residence.
One note is that you have to certify that you will make an improvement of at least $500 to the property that you are applying for.
Additional Info:
Attachment 37700
Links for Further Information:
https://data.detroitmi.gov/Property-Parcels/NEZ-H-Districts/98iq-nfrr
https://detroitmi.gov/sites/detroitm...ce%20Facts.pdf
https://detroitmi.gov/departments/of...ffice-assessor
https://www.michigan.gov/taxes/0,467...3184--,00.html