Michigan Offers Tax Relief for Cheboygan County Flooding

State extends filing and payment deadlines for individuals and businesses impacted by emergency declaration.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 3:54pm

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The Michigan Department of Treasury announced special tax relief for individuals and businesses in Cheboygan County affected by rising water levels following a state of emergency declared on April 10. Affected taxpayers may request filing and payment extensions for certain state tax deadlines occurring on or before April 30, with associated penalties and interest waived.

Why it matters

The flooding in Cheboygan County has caused significant disruption and financial hardship for many residents and businesses. By providing tax relief, the state is aiming to ease the burden on those impacted and help them focus on recovery efforts.

The details

Taxpayers must contact the Michigan Department of Treasury by phone, mail, or e-services to request the relief. The department will waive penalties and interest for late filings and payments for state taxes due on or before April 30 for those affected by the flooding.

  • A state of emergency was declared in Cheboygan County on April 10, 2026.
  • The tax relief applies to state tax deadlines occurring on or before April 30, 2026.

The players

Michigan Department of Treasury

The state agency responsible for administering and collecting taxes in Michigan.

Cheboygan County

A county in northern Michigan that has been impacted by flooding following a state of emergency declaration.

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What’s next

Taxpayers in Cheboygan County must contact the Michigan Department of Treasury to request the tax relief by the applicable deadlines.

The takeaway

This tax relief measure is an important step in supporting the Cheboygan County community as it recovers from the recent flooding emergency. By providing extensions and waiving penalties, the state is helping to alleviate some of the financial burden on individuals and businesses during a difficult time.