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If you are planning to build new, modify a building, or erect any type of structure you may need one or more of the following permits:
Health Permit - Also known as a septic and/or well permit, this is usually the first permit acquired, as it is needed to obtain both a Zoning Permit and a Building Permit. Although some construction, such as a deck, patio, accessory building, sign, etc. does not require a Health Permit, it may be wise to contact the Health Department at (231) 547-6523 located at 220 W. Garfield St, Charlevoix MI, 49720 and verify if your construction needs a permit. Applications may also be acquired from this agency. Reconstruction of a septic system or replacing a well also requires a permit.
Zoning Permit - This permit is basically a land use permit and is designed to protect the values of Township properties. It assures proper land use as well as the positioning of structures on the property to protect health, safety and the environment. The Zoning Permit is required for any structure to be built. Applications for this permit may be downloaded from this page, picked up at the Bay Township Hall (in a red mailbox beside the Bulletin board) or by calling the Zoning Administrator.
The Charlevoix County Equalization Department issues address numbers.
Driveway Permit - This permit, issued by the Charlevoix County Road Commission, is required any time a new property entrance is planned. This permit regulates the safe flow of traffic through proper ingress and egress as well as provides for efficient snow removal and road maintenance. The Road Commission has these permit applications.
Soil Erosion & Sedimentation Permit - If you are planning to build within 500 feet of a lake or stream, or plan to disturb an acre or more of land, you must obtain this permit from the Charlevoix County Building Department. All commercial property must have this permit regardless of location or amount of land to be disturbed.
Other Permits - If you plan to modify a shoreline, you will need permission. Contact the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Land and Water Management Division for Walloon Lake. If you are considering disturbing a wetland, contact the DNR.
If you are considering dividing your property, contact the Zoning Administrator for a Parcel Division application.
Related Links:
Health Permits
Soil Erosion
Building Permits
Lake and Stream Water Rights
Road and Driveway Permits
Documents/Forms:
Parcel Division Application
Private Road Application
Special Use Application
Zoning Permit Application
Variance Application
Bay Township Zoning Map (Updated 5/28/2004)
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