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2019-2020 Michigan planning and zoning court cases are available
Published on July 6, 2020
The annual 2020 summary of Michigan planning and zoning court cases is now available to the public.
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Planning for reopening local government
Published on June 13, 2020
Conversations with local government managers about planning for reopening local government.
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Urban agriculture and agriculture-like sample zoning text available to local governments in Michigan
Published on May 29, 2020
Local government should encourage urban agriculture. But there needs to be proper safeguards and a consensus to balance agriculture activities without undesired impacts in the neighborhood.
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No state oversight of planning, zoning; limited central database of zoning ordinances
Published on May 15, 2020
While there is no state oversight of planning and zoning, there is a statewide database of zoning ordinances in Michigan.
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Remember this when planning for great adult educational programs
Published on May 5, 2020
Focus on simple concepts to make a real difference in adult learning.
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A zoning moratorium should only be done with caution
Published on April 8, 2020
A local government might adopt a moratorium to prevent development until rules are established. This is not without legal risk. Do so with caution and make sure the municipal attorney is directly involved.
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Caution: Zoning moratorium ahead
Published on April 8, 2020
Michigan local governments should proceed carefully when considering temporarily suspending property owners’ rights to develop or build until adequate regulations can be developed and adopted.
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Understanding public health emergencies through the lens of land use policy
Published on April 3, 2020
Local hazard mitigation plans provide guidance to planners and planning officials in times of crisis.
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Land Division Act basics for landowners
Published on March 24, 2020
Current and prospective owners of land in Michigan will benefit from understanding some basics of the Land Division Act.
