The County Treasurer's Office audits the Homeowner's Principal Residence.  This audit process gives the County an opportunity to ensure a property owner meets the statutory guidelines.  Below is a link to the Guidelines explaining what determines a principal residence.

Anyone who would like to anonymously report a suspected case of undeserved or fraudulent homestead exemption may call (231) 256-8196. 

Click here to go to the Exemption Forms & Guidelines  on the Department of Treasury website.