Zoning Information - Orange Township
Thanks for visiting Orange Township. We are situated in
Mid-Michigan in the south western part of Ionia county.
A population of approximately 1000 residents live on 36 square
miles of beautiful rolling countryside. We have easy access to
nearby centers of commerce via Interstate highway, I-96 (east to
Lansing and west to Grand Rapids) and M-66 a major north south
transportation artery. Click here to jump
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Township Zoning
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Township Zoning Ordinance
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Zoning FAQWhat is Zoning?
Zoning is a tool used by local governments
to implement their plans for the development of the community
and the good of the general public by regulating uses of
land. Zoning is managed by a set of laws, called the
Zoning Ordinance.
Is Zoning the same across the County or the State?
No - Zoning laws can vary for each
municipality (Township, Village, City or the County itself).
This information is posted for residents of Orange Township
in Ionia County, Michigan
What is my property zoned?
Download the Zoning Map and find your
location. The zoning districts are color coded.
Or call the Zoning Administrator.
Can I operate a business
from my home?
Certain low impact types of business are
permitted within the home, call the Zoning Administrator for
details and fill out application as necessary.
What sized lot can I build on?
The area regulations for lot size, frontage
and set backs vary depending on the the Zoning District and
other considerations. Download the appropriate section
of the Zoning Ordinance and check the area regulations for
your Zoning District. If you have questions call the
Zoning Administrator.
What is the process for applying
for a zoning permit?
The zoning permit process in outline is:
fill out a zoning application form, stake corners of the
building(s), call for an inspection and permit appointment
and pay the appropriate fees.
What are the fees for a zoning permit?
The most often used zoning permit fees are:
$50.00 for homes, accessory buildings, additions and inground
pools. There is a $25.00 fee for decks, porches and
lean-tos. This information is on the top of the zoning
application form. A detailed list of all zoning fees
are found in the Zoning Fees document that can be down
loaded.
What does the
Zoning Administrator do?
The Zoning Administrator interprets
the Township Zoning Ordinance, reviews construction
zoning applications and issues zoning permits.
The administrator also coordinates and transmits
applications such as special land use, rezoning or site
plan review to the Planning Commission for their review
and forward on to the Township Board where required.
Applications for variance or appeal are accepted and
transmitted to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
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