Land Use Planning Information

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This page contains links to a variety of information and resources that can help you understand the issues surrounding your natural resources. By understanding these topic areas, you will have much of the information you need to affect positive change in your community’s use of land resources and your quality of life.

Wetlands & Floodplains Why are Wetlands Important? Do I Have a Wetland on My Property? Wetland Conservation and Protection Voluntary Wetland Protection Options Federal Wetland Regulations Michigan's Wetland Permit Process Where to Go for More Help Fens, Marshes, and Bogs Floodplain Forests Floodplains	Water The Water Cycle How We Use Water Surface Water Quality Groundwater Basics Groundwater Pollution Groundwater Protection Installing a Well	Coastal Resources Aquatic Nuisance Species Coastal Authorities Coastal Geomorphology & Habitats DEQ Michigan Coastal Management Program Great Lakes Water Levels Historic & Cultural Resources Sensitive Shoreline Development
Soils Soil Basics Soil Erosion	Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Introduction to GIS	Human Impacts Cost of Community Services Impervious Surfaces Nonpoint Source Pollution Septic Systems

This page last updated on 9/29/2004.