Zoning Administratorzoning@almiratownshipmi.gov
Phone: 231-275-5862 ext 2
Fax: 231-275-7164
Office HoursOctober 1st through March 31st: Monday 12:00pm-4:00pm, Tuesday and Wednesday by prior appointment.
April 1st through September 30th: Monday 10:00am to 4:00 pm, Tuesday and Wednesday by prior appointment.
Zoning Department
Duties and Power of the Zoning Administrator
The Zoning Administrator, or designee, shall enforce this Ordinance, and shall have the authority to:
A. Approve all zoning permits and certificates of compliance.
B. Conduct inspection of all buildings and structures and the use of all lands subject to the provisions of this ordinance to determine compliance.
C. Maintain permanent and correct records of this ordinance including, but not limited to zoning permits, exceptions, variances and appeals.
D. Provide and maintain a public information office relative to all matters arising out of the administration of the ordinance.
E. Investigate all applications for uses subject to special approval and variances addressed to the Township Planning Commission and Board of Appeals, and report these findings to the Commission and Board.
F. Initiate appropriate action for proceedings to prevent, restrain, correct or abate any illegal act in violation of this Ordinance.
Complaints
If you have a concern regarding a possible zoning or ordinance violation, we encourage you to contact the Zoning Administrator or the Township Supervisor before filing a formal complaint. Many questions can be answered, and concerns can be resolved, through a phone call or email. If a formal complaint is necessary, staff will explain the process and next steps.
For guidance or to discuss the concern:
- Email the Zoning Administrator at zoning@almiratownshipmi.gov
- Email the Township Supervisor at supervisor@almiratownshipmi.gov
- Call the Township Office at (231) 275-5862
If, after discussing the matter, you wish to file a formal zoning complaint, a written complaint must be submitted. Formal complaints are accepted in person only at the Almira Township office, where staff will provide you with a Complaint Form to complete.
Submitting a written complaint ensures the Township has the information needed to review and investigate the concern in accordance with the Almira Township ordinances.
Township Office: 7276 Ole White Drive, Lake Ann, MI 49650