NEZ Applications are Now Available

March 13, 2026 / Comments (0)

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Good News! NEZ property tax abatement applications are now available and the entire Bagley community is included in the NEZ map. You can find the application here: https://detroitmi.gov/departments/office-chief-financial-officer/ocfo-divisions/office-assessor/nez-homestead
To determine whether you qualify for the NEZ‑H property tax abatement, you must meet all the following requirements:

  • Home Purchase Date: You must have purchased your home after December 31, 1996.
  • Ownership and Occupancy: You must both own and occupy the home as your primary residence.
    • The deed or land contract must be in your name.
    • Property Transfer Affidavit (PTA) and Principal Residence Exemption (PRE) must be on file with the Office of the Assessor.
  • Home Improvements: You must commit to at least $500 in repairs or improvements to the property within a two‑year period.

If you have additions questions you can contact the accessor’s office at:
Office of the Assessor
Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Avenue – Suite 804 Detroit, MI 48226 (313) 224-3035 Monday – Thursday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

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