Resources

Perceptions of the impact of wind energy generation in coastal communities: regulation issues

Published on August 22, 2016
This fact sheet explores what survey respondents say about who should regulate wind energy and how confident they feel in various aspects of the planning, zoning and regulatory process.
Perceptions of the impact of wind energy generation in coastal communities: energy policy priorities

Published on August 22, 2016
This fact sheet summarizes what coastal residents say are their policy priorities, and identifies the types of energy infrastructure and associated policy incentives that policy makers should be examining.
Utility Scale Wind Energy Development

Published on August 22, 2016
A PowerPoint presentation on the utility scale wind energy development.
Wind Turbine Sound and Health Effects - An Expert Panel Review

Published on August 22, 2016
In response to concerns, the American and Canadian Wind Energy Associations established a scientific advisory panel in early 2009 to conduct a review of current literature available on the issue of perceived health effects of wind turbines.
The Potential Health Impact of Wind Turbines

Published on August 22, 2016
The review concludes that while some people living near wind turbines report symptoms such as dizziness, headaches, and sleep disturbance, the scientific evidence available to date does not demonstrate a direct causal link.
Final Report of the Michigan Wind Energy Resource Zone Board

Published on August 22, 2016
The board identified four regions as having the highest wind energy harvest potential. Exhibit 1 identifies the four regions, including the counties and townships located in whole or in part in these regions.
When Urban Agriculture Meets Michigan's Right To Farm Act: The Pig's in the Parlor

Published on August 4, 2016
A very complete and authorative peer reviewed law journal article on Right to Farm Act issues is available from Michigan State Law Review (Norris, Patricia, Gary Taylor and Mark Wyckoff).
Michigan’s Natural Resources As They Relate to Land Use Planning & Zoning

Published on July 26, 2016
To assess the long-term impacts of land use planning and zoning decisions, they must be able to access and understand various types of natural resource information.
State of Michigan Cities

Published on July 26, 2016
An Index of Urban Prosperity
Commerce Centers in Michigan

Published on July 26, 2016
The Commerce Centers concept was one of the many recommendations put forth by the Michigan Land Use Leadership Council (MLULC) in its 2003 report to Governor Granholm.