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Leelanau TownshipTuesday, January 13, 2026

1/13/2026 - Leelanau Township Board | Zoning Report Overview

Summary

The meeting focused on the Zoning Report for December 2025, highlighting land use permits issued, land divisions, and the status of short-term rental permits. The ongoing work related to zoning inquiries and the Master Plan was also discussed.

Public comments

There were many questions regarding zoning and setbacks, indicating community engagement and concern about local regulations. However, specific speaker names or detailed responses are not mentioned in the report.

Infrastructure projects

The report notes a draft permit pending for LUP 25-040 at 12973 N. Island View, which is subject to approval by the Department of Environmental, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE). This indicates progress on infrastructure related to guest house development.

Other Business

The report detailed various land use permits issued for the month, including permits for guest houses, garages, pole barns, and other structures. There was ongoing work on the Master Plan with the Planning Commission and a review of a land transfer application with the Assessor.

Action Items

- Monitor the approval process for the draft permit pending with EGLE for LUP 25-040. - Continue reviewing the land division application pending with the Assessor. - Follow up on zoning inquiries related to setbacks and general questions from the community. - Complete the 2026 renewal process for short-term rental permits, currently with 15 renewals to date.

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