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Eaton County equalization director reports rising assessed values; commissioners raise data‑center and solar concerns
Summary
Equalization director Tim reported countywide assessed value increases for 2026 (overall SEV up ~5.66%; residential +6.71%), noted limited remaining development parcels in Delta Township, and warned sales of solar and data centers can skew agricultural valuations; commissioners asked about local zoning and potential negative effects on surrounding SEV.
Tim, Eaton County’s director of equalization and property description, presented the annual equalization study to the Ways & Means Committee, reporting rising assessed values across classes and describing how atypical sales — including solar project purchases and data‑center transactions — influence appraisal work.
Tim said countywide increases in assessed value included: agriculture +3.52%, commercial +4.13%,…
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