MI HB5259

Allows boards of review to meet on alternative dates (Tuesday or Wednesday following the second Monday of March) instead of only the second Monday, if authorized by city or township ordinance or resolution.

Requires the first board of review meeting to start between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. and last at least 6 hours, with an additional 6 hours of meetings during the remainder of that week.

Mandates boards of review meet a total of at least 12 hours during the week beginning the second Monday in March to hear property assessment protests.

Requires at least 3 hours of board of review sessions to occur after 6 p.m. during the week of the second Monday in March for assessment roll review.

Allows both resident and nonresident taxpayers to file appearance, protest, and supporting documents by letter without requiring personal appearance, and requires townships and cities to notify taxpayers of this option in assessment notices and board of review publications.