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Leelanau TownshipTuesday, September 9, 2025

9/9/2025 - Leelanau Township Board | Zoning Report Discussion

Summary

The Leelanau Township Zoning Report for August 2025 highlights ongoing land use permits, land divisions, and the short-term rental permits issued. Key activities included the approval of a winery permit and investigations into various zoning issues.

Public comments

There were no specific public comments or speaker names mentioned in the report.

Affordable housing initiatives

There was no discussion regarding affordable housing initiatives.

Parks and recreation matters

There was no discussion regarding parks and recreation matters.

Infrastructure projects

Several applications and permits are in progress, particularly focusing on zoning and setback issues related to a significant land use permit for a residential addition. The report notes that this permit involves considerable research due to potential conflicts with existing open space preservation easements and bluff setbacks.

Other Business

The Township Board approved a Local Government Resolution for a Michigan Liquor Control Commission (MLCC) Winery Permit. There is ongoing preliminary site plan review for an open space project on Ononomese Tr. Additionally, investigation and correspondence on camper use at Omena Point Road and potential blighted buildings are noted, along with a specific inquiry into a fence and tree planting issue.

Financial Summary (if applicable)

There is no financial information presented in the report.

Action Items

- Continued review and research on zoning applications and permits - Schedule a meeting for the application received for a dimensional variance - Further investigate issues related to camper use and blighted buildings - Continue correspondence on the fence and tree planting issue.

Source Document

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