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Encouraging Local Food Enterprise Through Zoning and Planning

Published on April 13, 2016
This webinar provides tips and guidance for food businesses and entrepreneurs on how to navigate existing zoning rules and regulations.
Summary of Planning and Zoning Court Decisions, 2017

Published on May 22, 2017
A policy brief on planning and zoning court decisions, attorney general opinions for May 2016 to April 2017 by Kurt H. Schindler.
Summary of Planning and Zoning Court Decisions, 2007

Published on June 1, 2016
A policy brief on planning and zoning court decisions, attorney general opinions for May 2006 to April 2007 by Kurt H. Schindler.
Summary of Planning and Zoning Court Decisions, 2013

Published on June 1, 2016
A policy brief on planning and zoning court decisions, attorney general opinions for May 1, 2012 to April 30, 2013 by Kurt H. Schindler.
Summary of Planning and Zoning Court Decisions, 2008

Published on June 1, 2016
A policy brief on planning and zoning court decisions, attorney general opinions for May 2007 to April 2008 by Kurt H. Schindler.
Summary of Planning and Zoning Court Decisions, 2005

Published on June 1, 2016
A policy brief on planning and zoning court decisions, attorney general opinions for May 2004 to April 2005 by Kurt H. Schindler.
Summary of Planning and Zoning Court Decisions, 2016.

Published on June 1, 2016
A policy brief on planning and zoning court decisions, attorney general opinions for May 1, 2015 to April 30, 2016 by Kurt H. Schindler.
Summary of Planning and Zoning Court Decisions, 2009

Published on June 1, 2016
A policy brief on planning and zoning court decisions, attorney general opinions for May 1, 2008 to April 30, 2009 by Kurt H. Schindler.
New sample zoning for wind energy systems

Published on October 23, 2020
An updated wind energy zoning resource is available for local units of governments in Michigan.
Form Based Codes and Michigan Zoning Enabling Acts

Published on May 31, 2016
With neo-traditional development, and development attempting to follow traditional patterns, a new type of zoning is starting to catch on in Michigan: Form-Based Code, or Form-Based Zoning.
Michigan Planning and Zoning Guidebooks | Planning

New editions (December 2017) of the Michigan Planning Guidebook and Michigan Zoning Guidebook.
Michigan Zoning Guidebook: For Citizens and Local Officials, 3rd Edition

Published on December 1, 2017
The Michigan Zoning Guidebook (updated December 2017) is a general overview of zoning in Michigan covering several important zoning topics.
Sample Zoning for Wind Energy Systems 2008

Published on June 1, 2016
These guidelines have been developed by the Energy Office, Michigan Dept. of Labor and Economic Growth (DLEG) to assist local governments to develop siting requirements for wind energy systems. This material is not intended to apply in urban areas.
Overlay zoning districts can be a valuable tool

Published on December 15, 2015
Overlay zoning districts is a valid tool in some conditions. But be careful not to overuse it when more traditional zoning techniques can do the job.
Bulletin E-3422 Introduction to Zoning and Taxation

Published on September 2, 2020
A bulletin by MSU Extension's Beginning Farmer DEMaND Series that provides an introductory explanation of property rights and protections, regulations, and liabilities associated with real property ownership in Michigan.
Charlevoix County communities talk about shoreline zoning

Published on June 21, 2012
Charlevoix County communities are working together to coordinate their shoreline zoning ordinances. Consistent regulation protects water resources and reduces business uncertainty.
Summary of Recent Planning and Zoning Court Decisions 2003

Published on June 1, 2016
A policy brief on planning and zoning court decisions, attorney general opinions for May 2002 to April 2003 by Gary Taylor.
Planning commission is much more than zoning

Published on March 20, 2012
Planning commissions have a large job that includes coordination, intergovernmental cooperation, master plan, zoning administration, infrastructure, land division, subdivision reviews and capital improvement planning all contribute to a master plan.
Communities have many options in addressing zoning needs

Published on November 14, 2013
As a regulatory tool, zoning was designed to mitigate nuisances, preserve property values and provide some certainty of land use. However, since its inception, the tool now has many variations.
Should communities pay zoning board of appeals members?

Published on May 23, 2014
Zoning board of appeals members are volunteers in the communities where they serve. Many do not seek any type of financial compensation and serve out of a civic duty.