**Please Note:   The Planning Commission Meeting Dates are subject to change or cancellation.  Please check with the Township Office (323-6608) the week of the posted meeting date to see if changes have been made.  Meeting notices will be posted on the Township Hall outdoor bulletin board and at the Post Office.  All efforts will also be made to update the dates if they change on the Township website under the "Downtown Development Authority" or "Planning Commission" links.

NOTE:  Part 91 pf Public Act 451 (Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act) states that if you are undertaking an earth change that disturbs one acre (43560 square feet) or greater for construction, or is within 500 feet of a lake or a stream, you are required to apply for and receive a Soil Erosion Control Permit before construction begins.  Failure to obtain a Part 91 SESC permit before earth disturbance activities begin will cause you to be in violation of state law and subject to fines and/or penalties.  Please contact the Marquette County Conservation District (1030 Wright St. in Marquette) at 906-226-2461 for more information and to obtain a Soil Erosion Control Permit application.

Additional Information

To ensure alignment with the township’s zoning and development standards, most development must undergo a review by either the Zoning Administrator or Planning Commission. This page includes forms, plans, and other information related to that process. For an overview of the development review timeline see attached document Michigamme Township Guide to Development below.

Conceptual Review Meetings: The Township encourages anyone interested in developing in Michigamme to schedule a conceptual review meeting with the Zoning Administrator. Such a meeting will allow a chance to discuss the project, ensure you have the correct forms, and work through any potential concerns. Depending on your project, other topics may be discussed such as state incentives or other permits that will be needed.  All that is needed to schedule one is a general idea of your planned development and a location. To schedule a meeting, please contact the Township Office.

Paying Fees: Township development and zoning fees can be paid directly in the township office via cash or check only. See the fee schedule for full details on existing fees.

Please note:  The January 2015 Michigamme Township Master Plan is currently being revised by the Planning Commission.  The approved 2021-2025 Michigamme Township Recreation Plan is located in the subpage below.