Howell Township
Frequently Asked Questions

Q.  Where are the Howell Township Cemeteries located and what are the plot fees?

A.  You can call Debby Johnson, Deputy Clerk at 517-546-2817 ext. 105 and/or click here for more
      information.

Q. Where can I get the amortization schedule to see how much the assessment
     charge that will show on my winter tax bill for the duration of the sewer and or
     water assessments?

A.  Just call the Township Hall at 517-546-2817 ext. 101.

Q:  Is there any information you can give me regarding Foreclosure help?
A:  Link to the information sheet   

Q:  What are the Township office hours?
A:  Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.  We are closed all legal holidays.

Q:  Can I pay my taxes with a credit/debit card?
A:  No.  We are not currently set up to process payments with credit/debit cards. 

Q:  When do I get my tax bills?
A:  Summer tax bills are mailed the last week of June, and the last week of November for the winter bills. 

Q:  What are the millage rates for Howell Township?
A:  Click here to link to the millage rate PDF for your answer

Q:  I’m not getting the Homestead Exemption on my taxes and I have lived in my house for over a year.
A:   In order to qualify for the exemption, you must own and occupy the home by May 1^st to be exempt for that year.
      If that is the case you need to talk with the Assessor to see about any refunds that may be due to you. 

Q. Why do I receive two separate bills for sewer and water?
A.  MHOG bills for water, and the check is payable to MHOG
      Howell Township bills for sewer, and the check is payable to Howell Township.

Q:  Where can I get a dog license?   
A:  You can purchase dog license at the Township Hall if you are a township resident.  You must show proof of rabies.
      License are  $7.00 if your dog is spayed or neutered, are new to the Township, or if the dog is less than 1 year old. 
      After February 28th they are $30.00 and are considered delinquent.

Q:  I would like to see about splitting up my land, where do I start?
A:  The Assessing department along with the Assessor will guide you as to what requirements are needed.

Q:  Do you need a burn permit in Howell Township?
A:  No, the Fire Authority does not require burn permits; they only ask that you keep your fire in small piles and attend the
      fire at all times.

Q:  How come Howell Township is not in the Parks and Recreation program?
A:  There was a survey sent out a few years ago, and the Township homeowners did not want it to go on the ballot for tax increase.

Q:  What does the Township do to control the dust on dirt roads?
A:  The Township contracts with a company to put down 4 applications of calcium chloride on county dirt roads.  If you live on a  
      private road it is up to you to set up your own chloride application.

Q:  My neighbor has excess junk in their yard, plus old cars.  What can be done?
A:  You must start with the Zoning Administrator who will then begin the process of contacting the individual and issuing citations if
       necessary.

Q:  What schools would my children attend?
A:  Howell Public Schools, 517-548-6357 or Fowlerville Public Schools, 517-223-6001. You would need to call one of the above
      numbers for district boundaries.

Q:  Can I rent the Township Hall?
A:  No. We do not rent the Township Hall out for private events.

Q:  What cable provider does Howell Township have?
A:  Comcast – 888-866-2278

Q:  What is the local paper and radio station?
A:  The Livingston County Press (Daily Press & Argus) is the local newspaper.  The local radio station is WHMI FM 93.5